Rievaulx Terrace..North Yorkshire..
By bloomer
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We visited this while we were up in North Yorkshire,recently…The Terrace is owned by the N.trust..and quite different from the nearby Abbey..which is managed by English Heritage..a blog on that to follow..
It was created betwwen 1749 and 1757,by Thomas Duncombe II,and is the epitome of an 18th century garden,with a terrace,two magnificent Temples,a woodland,wildflower fringes,and dramatic views over to the old Cistercian Abbey of Rievaulx.
First,a walk through the lovely peaceful woodland..to the large expanse of the terrace..so green,and well kept..There had been a very heavy dew,and in the shade it was white,like frost….and as it had recently been cut..imagine the state of our shoes..! I had sandals on,as it was hot..I might as well have walked in bare feet..absolutely wet through ,and green ! Hey ho.:o)
The Terrace..
a view of Rivaulx Abbey in the Valley..there is no direct route,only by another road..The woodland bank looking down over the Abbey,is a ‘designated Site of Special Interest’,and has huge conservation value to the area.
The public are not allowed to walk on it,and it is alive with wild flowers in springtime….so,the couple lying down on it,obviously sunbathing, couldn’t have cared less !
Across the Terrace to the Ionic Temple.This was open ,and interesting to browse around.
Across to the other end of the terrace,to the Tuscan Temple..this isn’t open to the public,but as you can see,it only houses a very nice table..
We didn’t spend a lot of time here,as this is all there is to see,but an enjoyable walk in the sunshine..so after visiting the “Facilities” to clean our filthy shoes..and my feet !. it was off to The Abbey..a wonderful place to visit.
so see you there soon..
13 Oct, 2011
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that was a nice little visit, thank you.
13 Oct, 2011
Wow,you two were quick..have you nothing better to do ? Lol....only joking..thank you for your nice comments :o)
13 Oct, 2011
lovely Bloomer - wonderful places you visit, it is definitely nice to get out and explore :)) Love the woods and the 3rd picture looks like Staunton Harold near me :)))))
13 Oct, 2011
You are the "Wainright" of Yorkshire our Sandra...very.interesting blog as usual...you have found your forte...:-)
13 Oct, 2011
thanks Paul..it is a beautiful part of Yorkshire..we also stopped off in a pretty little town called Helmsley,on the way..never been before..and it was so busy...market day :o).Nice that you have somewhere similar where you are :o)
13 Oct, 2011
I must upload a picture - it looks the same set out - I love staunton harold - lovely garden centre there
13 Oct, 2011
it looks a wonderful place where you live - love your pictures :)))))))
13 Oct, 2011
hope you don't mean " Hetty Wainright" ,Lou..ha ha..I am slowly working my way round..maybe I should write a book,like him !..Thank you..e-mail you later..I promise :o)
13 Oct, 2011
Please do,Paul,that would be nice to see..we are about an hour and a half from here,but we were staying over a couple of nights nearby....
13 Oct, 2011
where you staying Bloomer ? :)))))))))
13 Oct, 2011
enjoyed this blog sandra and lovely photos to :o))
13 Oct, 2011
Nice one Bloomer
13 Oct, 2011
i love that the wainwright of yorkshire!!!
was there any cafe this time??
13 Oct, 2011
I didn't mean that distance from Staunton Harold,Paul..I shoud have phrased that better..I meant from here,as in from our house to North Yorkshire...sorry,is that what you meant ?
Thanks San,and it looked even better with the lovely weather we had..makes all the difference :o)
thanks Sheilar..:o)
13 Oct, 2011
Lol,Sticki..it made me laugh..There was a wonderful cafe at the Abbey!! ..scone time..again ! :o)))
13 Oct, 2011
excellent ~ the trip is never quite complete without the coffee and cake.
13 Oct, 2011
i agree,Sticki..the main reason for visiting,really ! :o))
13 Oct, 2011
yes same here!!! oh what a confession, its nice to have a different view tho [or is that a different cake??!!]
13 Oct, 2011
Both,Sticki..:o)
13 Oct, 2011
;-)
13 Oct, 2011
I am going to add this to my list of places to visit.......OK that's it in the book. Nice blog Bloomer.
13 Oct, 2011
I'm sure you would love it,Linda...put the Abbey in your .book as well..Fantastic place to see..thank you for taking a look...
13 Oct, 2011
That brought back memories - thank you. lovely blog.
14 Oct, 2011
Beautiful scenery and Photography Sandra, That woodland walk is just my scene worth getting muddy feet for lol
14 Oct, 2011
Thank you for looking,Oliveoil,and it's nice to rekingle memories..:o) We still haven't visited Wentworth castle that you recommended..but we will..it's on my list! :o)
14 Oct, 2011
Thanks Carole...I know how you like woodland walks..I shall try and remember to put suitable footwear in the car,next time we go anywhere..but it was one of the hottest days we have had,so didn't expect it.The woodland paths were dry..but the dew on the terrace was as white as frost ! Hope Harry is feeling better..give him a hug from me.:o)
14 Oct, 2011
The antibiotics are working their magic Sandra so Harry is feeling much better;0) Thought we may have a walk around Dovestones next week if the weather is fine as iits quite awhile since we have had a nice long walk;0)
14 Oct, 2011
That's good,Carole..hope you manage your walk,and the weather is kind for you...:o)
15 Oct, 2011
I love that view on the hill B. just wonderful! Lovely pics.
16 Oct, 2011
It is a stunning view,Grandmage..but we loved it even more when we went down for a closer look..just a wonderful place..:o)
16 Oct, 2011
B. I wouldnt want to mow that lawn!! Lol.
16 Oct, 2011
Nor me,Grandmage..Permanent green feet? no Ta ! .I would probably end up over the banking with my steering too.Lol.
Mind you,I would hopefully land in the Abbey grounds..for free ! :o))
16 Oct, 2011
LOL!
16 Oct, 2011
Creates a wonderful image,Pixi ! :o))
17 Oct, 2011
Ceratinly does! lol
17 Oct, 2011
Not sure why but I nearly missed this Bloomer and I do love your days out, always grand places to visit and I like the way you give the info as well.
Lovely photo`s as usual, thats a lovely one of the abbey in the valley.
I had to smile at the thought of you having green feet but on a sunny day ones feet need to breathe don`t they, lol....
19 Oct, 2011
I find lots of blogs and pics that I miss,Lincslass..but find most of them eventually..maybe I should leave them to read in the winter,when not much is happening..sigh!
Well at least the feet matched the green fingers..not literally,but you know what I mean..I do like to be colour co-ordinated ! Lol.
19 Oct, 2011
Another lovely blog, Sandra ... I love the temples ... another place on my 'would love to visit' list! ... :o)
27 Oct, 2011
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