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What's On at Kirkstall Abbey

Discover our scenic Artisan Markets, family friendly school holiday events and more.

Creativity & Wellbeing Week

From 19 - 25 May 2025 we have a range of events at Kirkstall Abbey and Abbey House Musuem as part of national Creativity & Wellbeing Week.

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Events

  • Kirkstall Abbey Scarecrow Festival

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    Sat 24 May 10:00 - Sun 1 Jun 15:00
    Explore the historic ruins of Kirkstall Abbey whilst looking for our fun scarecrows during the Scarecrow Festival!More…
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    Sat 24 May
    -
    Sun 1 Jun
    From 10:00
    Included in Admission

  • Meditation Walks

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    Wed 28 May - Wed 27 Aug
    Join this meditative walk around the peaceful Kirkstall Abbey grounds with Brahma Kumaris.More…
    Wed 28 May
    -
    Wed 27 Aug
    Included in Admission

  • Kirkstall Abbey Markets

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    Sat 28 Jun and Sat 30 Aug
    Come along to browse a range of local producers and makers at our regular Kirkstall Abbey Markets.More…
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    Sat 28 Jun
    and
    Sat 30 Aug
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  • Birds, Bees and Butterflies

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    Wed 23 Jul 10:00 - Sun 31 Aug 15:00
    Search Kirkstall Abbbey for animals that live here this summer!More…
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    Wed 23 Jul
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    Sun 31 Aug
    From 10:00
    Give What You Can

  • Arty in the Abbey

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    Tue 5 Aug - Tue 26 Aug
    Explore our abbey ruins and get arty! Throughout August we're inviting families to try a new art activity whilst discovering Kirkstall Abbey.More…
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    Tue 5 Aug
    -
    Tue 26 Aug
    Give What You Can

  • Urban Nature: Building in Lego

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    Wed 6 Aug - Wed 27 Aug
    Test your creativity! What would Kirkstall Abbey look like if we left nature to it? Let nature take over in this lego workshop.More…
    Wed 6 Aug
    -
    Wed 27 Aug
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  • Crafty in the Cloister

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    Thu 7 Aug - Thu 28 Aug
    Join us for craft activities in the heart of the Abbey - the cloister, the central court of Kirkstall Abbey.More…
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    Thu 7 Aug
    -
    Thu 28 Aug
    Give What You Can
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The Abbey & Visitor Centre
Kirkstall Abbey is a marvel to behold with its dramatic architecture and magnificent ruins. The abbey is one of the most complete Cistercian monasteries in Britain. As a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Ancient Monument it is a haven for historians, artists and visitors to Leeds.
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The Abbey Park
The park at Kirkstall Abbey is a great space to play, enjoy a picnic and explore all year round. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the grounds or along the river and keep an eye out for a wide variety of events being held throughout the year. There is a large playground for children to let off steam.
Aerial shot of kirkstall abbey and surrounding greenery

Tales of Kirkstall Abbey

Tales of Kirkstall Abbey is our informal audio guide, which takes visitors on a journey through some key areas of the abbey ruins.

Through short conversations with curators and members of the Kirkstall Abbey team visitors can discover the history of the abbey and the people who called it home.

Using your smartphone or tablet, you will find 10 points across the ruins to scan a QR code or follow a short bit.ly link which will take you to our website and the audio trail.

Tales of Kirkstall Abbey Audio Guide

Two mugs,a magnet and a print with an image of Kirkstall Abbey on

Shop Kirkstall Abbey

Reflect on the history and architecture of Kirkstall Abbey with our collection of products inspired by the venue.

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