How do you use your senses to engage with nature around you? What will you see as you wander through Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal? Maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of a spider’s web glistening in the frost. If you’re really quiet, you may hear the birds chattering in the bird hide. Touch the abbey ruins and feel the cold stone on your fingertips. Whichever way you engage with the world around you, you can enjoy a full day of adventure at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal.

Escape the everyday and spend a full day exploring, with the bare branches and open views winter is the best time to see right across the valley. Head for a walk up the high ride and, if you’re brave enough, dash through the deep dark serpentine tunnel to be rewarded with the views at the top.

The cold weather and dark days can make January feel a little dull… but there’s so much fun to be had at Fountains Abbey. See if you can spot the first snowdrops nodding their bright heads in the breeze. Search for the deer in the deer park. How many birds can you spot on Studley Lake? This time of year is perfect to bring some binoculars and do some nature spotting.

If you ever needed an excuse to warm up with a hot chocolate (and all the extra trimmings) then a cold January day is perfect. Visit one of our three cafes and why not indulge in a sweet treat too.

To find out more and plan your visit to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, visit our website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fountains-abbey-and-studley-royal-water-garden

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