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'Rocks and Roots' geology walk

Join us on a guided walk to discover more about the rocks and roots that lie beneath the estate.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Learn about the rocks that lie beneath the estate. Discover how they have shaped the scenery, landscape, buildings and the plants that grow around the abbey and water garden.

We recommend grabbing a hot drink beforehand as the cafes will be closed by the time this walk finishes.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Porters Lodge, a 10 minute walk from the Visitor Centre, 5 minutes from the West Gate entrances and 30 minutes from the Studley ticket office.

What to bring and wear

Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy footwear.

Accessibility

This walk is suitable for mobility scooters, wheelchairs and prams. There is ramp access through the abbey.

Upcoming events

Event

Garden and abbey tour 

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to see the abbey as the Georgians once did; incorporated into the dramatic designed landscape.

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on
17 May to 20 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 12:30
+ 253 other dates or times
Event

Abbey tour 

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the largest monastic ruins in the country.

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on
17 May to 20 Sep 2024
at
12:00 to 13:00
+ 253 other dates or times
Event

Traditional Crafts: Live wool spinning 

Come along for an introduction and demonstration of the traditional craft of wool spinning.

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on
21 May to 23 May 2024
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Medieval Industry: bread, beer and wool tour 

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the people who lived and worked on the abbey estate.

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on
21 May to 28 May 2024
at
14:30 to 15:30
+ 1 other date or time