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Bolton Abbey is a village located in North Yorkshire, governed by North Yorkshire Council (formerly Craven). With a population of 113, it is known for the historic Bolton Priory ruins and its scenic location within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The area attracts visitors for its walking trails and natural beauty.
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The Devonshire Arms Exclusive Cottages
Stank House Farm
Wharfe View Cottage
This beautiful cottage is located on the renowned Bolton Abbey Estate and offers guests a perfect Rural Retreat boasting spectacular views across the Wharfe Valley and beyond.
The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa
The Horse & Farrier
Things to Do in Bolton Abbey
Bolton Abbey
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Skipton Castle
Explore Skipton Castle, a beautifully preserved medieval fortress where centuries of history unfold around every corner.
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The Tea Cottage
Cavendish Pavilion
Guiseley Lounge
Discover Guiseley Lounge in Leeds, a highly-rated restaurant serving delicious food in a welcoming setting.
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Geographic Facts
This village is geographically within the following regions:
- Population
- 113
- Administrative area
- North Yorkshire Council (formerly Craven)
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Walkshire in Bolton Abbey
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Walk: Addingham and Bolton Abbey
A walk of real contrasts on the southern fringes of the Yorkshire Dales. With spectacular views from Chelker Reservoir to riverside walking on the Wharfe and the highlight an unusual approach to Bolton Abbey. The Route what3words for start point: ///donation.outfit.nightlife Start Point: Addingham, near the church Finish Point: Addingham Distance: 8.5 Miles GPX Route Map addleboroughandboltonabbeyDownload Walk Description From the village of Addingham near Ilkley climb through a golf course to Chelker Reservoir. After a short detour to the excellent view point at Haw Pike drop down to the River Wharfe. Continue along the Wharfe to Bolton Abbey, in fact an Augustinian priory. Cross the river and return to Bolton Bridge. Here join the Dales Way and follow The River Wharfe back to Addingham.
Walk: Bolton Abbey
An easy access walk at the delightful Bolton Abbey alongside the River Wharfe. This tranquil walk takes you past a well known section of the River Wharfe called The Strid. The Route what3words for start point: ///cello.lollipop.ratty Start / Finish Point: Sandholme Car Park, Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6EX Distance: 4.6 Miles GPX Route Map drawaroute-14Download Walk Description An easy access walk at the delightful Bolton Abbey alongside the River Wharfe. For the first 1.8km of the route, the surface is compact stone at a width of at least 200cm. There are passing places and accessible benches along the full length of the route. Most of the route is flat with some areas having a gradient up to 1:10. From here, the route is unsurfaced with some gradients reaching 1:6.
Bolton Abbey to Simon's Seat Walk
A 6-mile out-and-back walk from Bolton Abbey, up through the Valley of Desolation, on to Simon’s Seat and back. Route Start: Bolton Abbey Finish: Bolton Abbey Distance: 6 Miles Route Map & GPX File bolton-abbey-simons-seatDownload Walk Description what3words for start point: ///puzzle.ballparks.limbs Enjoy a beautiful, varied walk from Bolton Abbey, up through the Valley of Desolation on to Simon’s Seat. Walk through heather moorland, woodland trails and past waterfalls and rushing becks, culminating in spectacular views from the walk’s summit. Expect a challenging 3-mile hike up to the summit, making the most of a well-signposted path that rises slowly before reaching a peak of 485m. Then the return walk follows the same trail back down to the Bolton Abbey Estate.