Fountains Abbey parkrun

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Stunning location! Undulating route. Road shoes fine. Allow time to walk from carpark to the start.
twinny 17th Mar 2019

Stunning scenery. Wonderful atmosphere.

Two laps on gravel /tarmac trails. Mostly flat. Despite large numbers a lovely cafe that was able to cope. One not to miss
DocM 20th Apr 2019

Fantastic venue for a most memorable parkrun. My 100th. 1 small and 1 large lap. Fantastic. Thank you.
Bobbyboy 28th May 2019

Definitely a favourite, though that means it can get crowded. Lovely gardens, good paths, lots to see and brilliant cafe, plus easy parking on site.
29th May 2019

Entrance to site gate closes strictly at 08:50. If you arrive after 08:50 you will not be permitted entry (due to conditions of NT usage licence).
7th Jul 2019

Lovely run and worth a non-running visit too.
Short Strider 7th Sep 2019

Amazing views of the abbey. 2-lapper with a small and a large lap around some stunning grounds. Toilets and parking available, but arrive early - gates shut at 8:50.
Chingwakabungya 23rd Sep 2019

Very picturesque run around Fountains Abbey, gently undulating, good paths. Narrow start can be congested. Leave plenty of time to walk to start from car park (10 mins). Unless NT member you have to leave the grounds by 10 (ok to be in cafe though)
Meglet 9th Nov 2019

Lovely views as you run the 2 undulating laps around the Abbey. Great paths, excellent NT cafe. Very friendly atmosphere.
BlueTang 30th Nov 2019

Undulating 2 lap course on tarmac paths in spectacular surroundings. Quite a walk from parking to the start so allow at least 15 minutes. Good cafe afterwards with quality breakfast though at a price
Groundhog 17th Nov 2021

Lovely setting, undulating course with one small lap & one large lap around the Abbey & lakes . Great cafe for socializing afterwards
wAckie Racer 4th Dec 2021

Amazing location for a parkrun, undulating on good paths with a small loop then a large loop to finish. Parking is 10 minutes walk to the start with toilets available near car park. Pass Abbey and water park. Good cafe at visitors centre
Mandyr 30th Jan 2023

Beautiful parkrun course in one of my favourite places. Some inclines in the two lap course and the end is after what feels like a steep hill for my worn out legs! Make sure you leave enough time to get down from the car park.
IdristheDragon 14th Mar 2023

I'd heard rave reviews and they're all true. Absolutely stunning place to run. My favourite out of the 75 I've done so far. Undulating, defo not flat. Lots of parking. Great cafe. Bloody loved it.
Sombrero 7th May 2023

Couple of laps in a canny location. Flat, paths, fast.
paulcook 3rd Jun 2023

Agree with the other reviews - most scenic of them all. Was very crowded though early on.
BrianJ 6th Jan 2024

One wee loop then a bigger loop, a few undulations, road shoes fine. Single file over the short bridge.
Ally-C 12th Oct 2024

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