Hidden gem of yorkshire
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5
Date of visit: August 2015
Overall Rating
Excellent
I was met at the door by vicar Martin Weaver (If I remember correctly) who not only offered his help and showed me around the Abbey but also gave me a private (!) tour to the top of the tower! The Abbey is magnificent with lots of interesting things to see. It has become famous lately with Asian tourists as famous Asian couple married there recently: https://youtu.be/s34fl3eFYMc The building itself is steeped in history with fantastic architecture and lots of interesting features and artefacts. You can buy guide book which has self-conducted tour. There are no entry fees but there is donation box at the entrance. Abbey is completely accessible to wheelchair users (through side entrance) with ramps and even, unobstructed flooring. Main entrance has 4 steps down with rails on both side. There is a gift shop and café on site (see photos for prices). Toilets Incl. disabled) are next to the café Easily reached from Micklegate car park or train/bus station
Disabled Access In and Around
Excellent
There are 4 steps down leading to the main entrance (rail on both side). Wheelchair access through the side entrance with small ramp (going up 6") Didn't notice hearing loop system signs but plenty of seating in the Abbey
Parking & Transport
Excellent
Easily reached from Micklegate car park (£2 for 2hrs or £ 5,40 all day) Abbey is short distance from bus and train station
Accessible Toilets
Excellent
Disabled toilet seemed spacious and tidy with enough room for the carer. There are 3 doors leading to the toilet (narrowest one being 80 cm/ 32" wide)
Staff
Excellent
Very helpful and friendly staff! The vicar Gave me private tour to the top of the tower!
Additional Information
I would definitely recommend the visit! Abbey is accessible and there is a large number of volunteers ready to assist/answer questions.
