Springo spotter sheet
Bring your winter explorers to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal this February half term. Follow along the Springo spotter sheet and see what winter sights you can spot.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
This February half term, head to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal and become a winter explorer.
Pick up your spotter sheet from any admission point and head on your adventure. How many winter sights can you spot?
Look up and get your head stuck in the clouds. Head to the bird hide to spot some of our feathery friends. Count how many snowdrops you can find. If you look closely in the ponds, can you spot any frog spawn? If the rain decides to pour, put your wellies on and - if you're brave enough - splash in some puddles.
Times
Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Meeting point
Pick up your explorer map from any admissions point between 10am - 4pm.
- What to bring and wear
Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Wellies are welcome on rainy and snowy days. Bring a torch with you to explore the estate when it gets dark.
- Accessibility
There are hard-standing paths around the estate and level access from the West Gate entrance. There are some slopes, including a hill with 15-20% gradient between the Visitor Centre and the abbey. Access to the abbey is across a level grassy green. When the grass is particularly wet this can be impassable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and prams.
Upcoming events
Winter abbey tour
Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the largest monastic ruins in the country.
Winter 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.
Annabelle and Flower: live storytelling and craft with author Em Lynas
Join author Em Lynas in a live storytelling and crafting session of the heartwarming book Annabelle and Flower.
Making charcoal and sound maps
Join the ranger team, make some charcoal and create a sound map this February half term.