Dissolution and the Monasteries - Tour of Byland Abbey

Byland Abbey, Coxwold, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 4BD

Multiple dates available

In person

Pre-booking required

Join us as we look at the impact of Dissolution, with a Volunteer-Led Tour of Byland Abbey.

Join us for this volunteer-led tour as we take a look at:

The history of closing down monasteries during medieval times prior to the events of the 16thC
The events leading up to the dissolution of England's monasteries during the period 1536 - 1540.
Hospitals and the printing press.
The key characters of the dissolution.
How was dissolution viewed by the population in general and what effects did it have on the local population?
What happened to the monks and nuns?
Northen grievances and the Pilgrimage of Grace.
The impact upon Byland.

Timings & Tours

Friday 13 September:: 2PM
Sunday 15 September:: 2PM

Location & directions

Byland Abbey, Coxwold, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 4BD

Directions:: Parking: There is a small, triangular-shaped car park with room for about 9 cars available. Please beware of quick-moving passing cars. Toilets: Facilities can be found to the rear of the Abbey Inn, opposite the car park. Byland Abbey Museum: The museum at Byland Abbey is opened by a team of volunteers, allowing public access to view a collection that explores further the story of the abbey. Volunteers will normally be on site from 1pm to 5pm every Friday to Monday. During this time the museum and second-hand bookshop with be open. Tiles: Please note that the medieval tiles of Byland Abbey are covered for their protection in the colder months. Unfortunately, during this time it is not possible to view the tiles.