Easby, The Romantic Ruin

After the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the late 1530s, abbeys across the country fell into ruin, but their history did not stop: it merely entered another, fascinating phase.

Artists, antiquarians, archaeologists, tourists and casual visitors have been drawn to medieval ruins since at least the early 1700s, drawing, painting, studying, writing and seeking inspiration and contemplation - or just a pleasant afternoon out. The tour will feature selected abbey images from the early 1700s onwards, illustrating how artists and others have looked at and represented Easby Abbey over time. These depictions give us clues about the past: how the ruins have changed, why they were a source of fascination, artistic trends, and wider social and economic issues. We can also question the way we depict and look at ancient ruins today, and consider the influences on our own 'ways of seeing'.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:

2PM

Wednesday 11 September:

2PM

Location & directions

Easby Abbey, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 7EU

Directions:

Access: Parts of the site are uneven and can become muddy. There are steps and stairs within the ruins. Parking: The car park is signposted and is off the B6271. The abbey is next to the car park. Please consider donating £1 or £2 to St Agatha's Church. Facilities: Nearby Richmond Castle has a shop and toilets - It is around a 1.5 mile walk from Easby. Richmond town has public toilets and a range of places to eat and drink. Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please use the link below to book.

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/easby-the-romantic-ruin-tickets-972071360607?aff=oddtdtcreator

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

12

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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