- Kirkstall Abbey is a remarkably complete medieval monastery set in parkland beside the River Aire, yet very close to the centre of Leeds.
- Kirkstall Abbey, located in the suburb of Kirkstall in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is a remarkable and well-preserved Cistercian monastery founded in 1152.
- Built over 800 years ago as a Cistercian monastery, Kirkstall Abbey is a modern-day visitor attraction and scheduled ancient monument.
- Today, designated as a Grade I listed building and a scheduled ancient monument, Kirkstall Abbey continues to attract visitors from around the world.
- In November 1539 Kirkstall Abbey was closed, the monks were pensioned off, and the monastic estates sold into private ownership.
- Kirkstall Abbey is directly across the road from Abbey House Museum, this is a great opportunity to make a day out for all the family.
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- Kirkstall Abbey is a ruined Cistercian monastery in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The abbey church is one of the popular places in Leeds for tourists and locals...
- Located just a short distance out of the city centre, Kirkstall Abbey is beautifully preserved, offering visitors an opportunity to walk through the ruins.
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