Rievaulx Terrace

Heritage Site in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Rievaulx Terrace

Rievaulx Terrace is a historic site located in North Yorkshire, England. It is a part of the larger Rievaulx Abbey complex, which was once one of the wealthiest and most important Cistercian abbeys in medieval England. The terrace itself is a landscaped garden that was created in the 18th century by Thomas Duncombe II, the owner of the nearby Duncombe Park estate.

The terrace stretches for about half a mile along the banks of the River Rye and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. It is adorned with a variety of ornamental features, including statues, follies, and a central temple. The temple is a prominent focal point and offers a stunning vista across the valley.

The garden is meticulously designed, with winding paths and carefully placed trees and shrubs. It is a perfect example of the English landscape garden style, which was popular during the 18th century. The terrace is also home to various species of plants and wildlife, including a variety of birds, insects, and wildflowers.

Visitors to Rievaulx Terrace can explore the garden at their own pace, taking in the beauty of the landscape and enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings. There is also a visitor center on-site, which provides information about the history of the terrace and its connection to Rievaulx Abbey.

Rievaulx Terrace is a designated heritage site and is managed by the National Trust. It offers a unique glimpse into the history of the area and provides a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Rievaulx Terrace Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.256/-1.113 or Grid Reference SE5784. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ionic Temple

The Ionic Temple at Rievaulx Terrace.

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Far Hag Wood

Looking NE across Ryedale.

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Bow Bridge

Late 18th or early 19th century bridge. Link

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Rievaulx, old chapel

The benchmark is cut into a right hand cornerstone adjacent to a wooden post. The building looks as if it may have been a chapel previously.

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Rievaulx, old chapel

There is a benchmark cut into a right hand cornerstone adjacent to a wooden post. The building looks as if it may have been a chapel previously.

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Rievaulx, St Mary's church

The benchmark is cut into a right hand cornerstone of the wall at the rear of the church.

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Rievaulx, St Mary's church

There is a benchmark cut into a right hand cornerstone of the wall at the rear of the church.

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Rievaulx, Rye House

There is a benchmark cut into a right cornerstone of the farmhouse. The picture shows a very clear horizontal cut line about 3 stone blocks up from ground level.

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Rievaulx, Rye House

There is a benchmark cut into a right cornerstone of the gable end of the farmhouse. The cut mark is about 3 stone blocks up from ground level. Rievaulx Abbey can be seen in the background.

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Rievaulx bridge

The surveyors' bolt mark is on the north-east parapet of Rievaulx bridge, and is cut into the 2nd course of stone and at the apex of the bridge.

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Rievaulx bridge

There is a surveyors' bolt mark on the north-east parapet of Rievaulx bridge, and is cut into the 2nd course of stone and at the centre of the bridge. This is the River Rye.

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Rievaulx, Cross Green

The benchmark is cut into a right hand cornerstone, to the right of the drainpipe.

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Rievaulx, Cross Green

There is a benchmark cut into a right hand cornerstone, on the front of the farmhouse and on the road facing wall.

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Rievaulx, Hagg Hall

The benchmark is cut into the window sill of the property.

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Rievaulx, Hagg Hall

There is a benchmark cut into the window sill of the property.

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Rievaulx Abbey

The benchmark is cut into the back wall of the ruined abbey.

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Rievaulx Abbey

There is a benchmark cut into the back wall of the ruined abbey, and is about 5 foot above ground level. It is located to the left of the first arched doorway.

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