The best traffic-free bike rides around Lindrick With Studley Royal And Fountains

A television series that I can recommend without reservation presents remarkable examples of human creation from many countries around the world to the culturally interested viewer (in German). All of them have in common that they have been granted the status of "World Heritage" by UNESCO. * "A park, gnarled trees, twisted by the wind as if by a giant hand. Herds of fallow deer and roe deer graze in the tall grass. In the valley, nature is reflected in an artificial lake system: The visitor stands in Lord Aislabie's "Watergarden". Small Greek temples and Gothic turrets are also reflected in the water, because in the 18th century it was fashionable to decorate the parks of noble country estates with Greek temples and Gothic turrets - real ruins were very popular. And the Lord possessed a truly magnificent ruin in his park. Walking along the stream that flows through the artificial lakes on well-kept park paths, the gaze falls on "Fountains Abbey" or what remains of the once largest English Cistercian monastery in Yorkshire, an impressive ruin." is written on the website of the media library. The corresponding film contribution (in German) can be found at the following link =>> https://www.ardmediathek.de/video/schaetze-der-welt/der-park-v-studley-und-die-ruinen-von-fountains-abbey-gb-folge-197/swr/Y3JpZDovL3N3ci5kZS83MDM1MzE0

always cheers me up seeing it on route

St Mary’s Church at Studley Royal Park is one of the most striking examples of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture in the region. Designed by William Burges in the 1870s, the church is breathtaking inside and out, with intricate carvings, rich stained glass, and dramatic decoration throughout. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are extraordinary, making this church not only a place of worship but also a work of art. Its location within the deer park adds to the sense of tranquillity, and it is well worth a visit for anyone interested in architecture, history, or simply beautiful spaces. The church was actually born out of tragedy, it was built in memory of Frederick Vyner who was kidnapped and murdered in Greece in 1870. While travelling near Marathon, he and others were taken hostage by brigands demanding ransom. A failed rescue attempt led to his death, and his grieving family* used the unspent ransom money to build two churches in his memory – Christ the Consoler at Newby Hall and St Mary’s at Studley Royal. *Frederick’s mother, was Lady Mary Vyner, and his sister (Henrietta), was married to George Robinson who later became 1st Marquess of Ripon, the owner of Studley Royal).

Lovely Yorkshire town with an excellent marketplace, masham bakery and 2 breweries. We visited the black sheep brewery briefly and were rewarded with Holy Grail Ale, delicious

quite tame

The Church of St Mary, Studley Royal, is a Victorian Gothic Revival church built in the Early English style by William Burges

Riding from the top is much more enjoyable, coasting all the way while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

The long, stunning driveway at Studley Royal.