In an ever increasing world of having to pay to see a pile of crumbling stones, this is a welcome difference. The Abbey itself is very well preserved, wandering round outside is quite easy going and level. The Inside is only open on certain days, check website for details. http://www.leeds.gov.uk/kirkstallabbey Across the (busy but pedestrian crossing available A65) is the... More

It's fantastic to see a piece of history still standing (partially). Kirkstall house and museum was expensive to get in and I was disappointed More

It's not got much there apart from a small museum, but it's great if you fancy a change of scenery when walking the dog. More

What a fantastic place...took the grandchildren. All staff were friendly and helpful, then we went to abbey house museum across the road, the whole day is a must to visit More

Loved the sound of the river and nice grass area to sit on and enjoy the sunshine. I love it when Sheakespear in the park is on and the museum is a must! More

Outside carols in a beautiful setting with mulled wine. All it needed was a bit of snow on the gorund to complete the scene! It was a shame we weren't encouraged to join in with the choir though as that would have been fun (they do that at Fountains Abbey). More

This abbey is one to visit! There is always more going on than you could imagine! There is space to do anything you could think of. If you want a quiet walk around the abbey or a family picnic.. go to kirkstall abbey, a place for everything! I visited the farmers marked a couple of times last year and thoroughly... More

This Abbey was built when civilisation as we know it was centuries away, however, it is possible to imagine this wonderful building as it was situated in magnificent countryside More

I like the old monastery ruins, the river, tranquility and peace of the place. It's great for taking the dog for a walk. More