Bolton Priory Collection

Ruins of Bolton Priory (Bolton Abbey) on a frosty morning, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The ruins of the Augustinian Bolton Priory in the Wharfe valley at Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bolton Priory, Doorway and Arch in Choir (engraving)
727334 Bolton Priory, Doorway and Arch in Choir (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, Doorway and Arch in Choir)

Bolton Priory (coloured engraving)
727327 Bolton Priory (coloured engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory)

Bolton Priory (engraving)
6027638 Bolton Priory (engraving) by Whittock, Nathaniel (1791-1860) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory. Loose engraving.); © Look and Learn

Bolton Priory, Arches of Transept (engraving)
727333 Bolton Priory, Arches of Transept (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, Arches of Transept)

Bolton Priory, Choir, looking East (engraving)
727331 Bolton Priory, Choir, looking East (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, Choir, looking East)

Bolton Priory, From the North (engraving)
727328 Bolton Priory, From the North (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, From the North)

Bolton Abbey, Yorkshire, c. 1857 (albumen print)
1069018 Bolton Abbey, Yorkshire, c.1857 (albumen print) by Fenton, Roger (1819-69); Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Ruins of the 12th-century Augustinian monastery); gift of Dr

Bolton Priory, From the East (engraving)
727336 Bolton Priory, From the East (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, From the East)

Bolton Priory, South Transept (engraving)
727335 Bolton Priory, South Transept (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, South Transept)

Bolton Priory, West Entrance (engraving)
727332 Bolton Priory, West Entrance (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, West Entrance)

Bolton Priory, Choir and Transept, from South (engraving)
727330 Bolton Priory, Choir and Transept, from South (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, Choir and Transept, from South)

Bolton Priory, From the West (engraving)
727329 Bolton Priory, From the West (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bolton Priory, From the West)

Bolton Abbey, 1844. Creator: David Cox the elder
Bolton Abbey, 1844

Bolton Priory. From the South, 1850s. Creator: Joseph Cundall
Bolton Priory. From the South, 1850s

Bolton Priory. The Stepping Stones, 1850s. Creator: Joseph Cundall
Bolton Priory. The Stepping Stones, 1850s

Bolton Abbey and Rectory, 1846, (1935). Artist: Peter de Wint
Bolton Abbey and Rectory, 1846, (1935). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the Collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume II. - D to H, by C. Reginald Grundy

Arches of Transept, Bolton Priory, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Arches of Transept, Bolton Priory, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Ground Plan of Bolton Priory, 1897. Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Ground Plan of Bolton Priory, 1897. From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

From the North, Bolton Priory, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
From the North, Bolton Priory, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

From the West, Bolton Priory, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
From the West, Bolton Priory, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Bolton Priory, 1882, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Bolton Priory, 1882, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Bolton Priory Strid W. R Sedgfield English 1826
Bolton Priory; The Strid; W.R. Sedgfield (English, 1826 - 1902); Wharfedale, North Yorkshire, England; 1862; Albumen silver print

Lead downspout on wall of ruined 12th century Augustinian priory, Bolton Priory, Bolton Abbey Estate, Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, April

Columns and arches on walls of ruined 12th century Augustinian priory, Bolton Priory, Bolton Abbey Estate, Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, April

Ruined 12th century Augustinian priory, Bolton Priory, Bolton Abbey Estate, Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Ruined 12th century Augustinian priory, Bolton Priory, Bolton Abbey Estate, Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, April

View of ruined 12th century Augustinian priory and river, Bolton Priory, River Wharfe, Bolton Abbey Estate, Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, october

Frosty morning at Bolton Priory ruins (Bolton Abbey), Yorkshire Dales National Park, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bolton Priory (Abbey), Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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The ethereal beauty of Bolton Priory is truly captivating, especially on a frosty morning in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales National Park. These ruins, nestled in the Wharfe valley at Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire, England, stand as a testament to the rich history and architectural grandeur that once graced this Augustinian priory. As you wander through these ancient remains, you can't help but be transported back in time. The doorway and arch in the choir are particularly striking, evoking a sense of reverence and awe. It's as if you can almost hear the echoes of centuries-old chants reverberating through these hallowed halls. Engravings from different eras offer glimpses into how Bolton Priory has been perceived over time. A coloured engraving showcases its vibrant past while another engraving captures its serene beauty amidst nature's embrace. The arches of the transept reveal intricate details that speak volumes about the craftsmanship that went into constructing this magnificent structure. From every angle, Bolton Priory exudes an air of tranquility and grace. Whether viewed from the east or north, it never fails to leave visitors spellbound by its timeless allure. Even an albumen print from 1857 transports us back to a bygone era when life moved at a slower pace. Watercolor paintings bring out yet another dimension to this enchanting place; they capture not just its physicality but also its essence – a spiritual sanctuary where one can find solace amidst chaos. And then there's the South Transept - standing tall with pride - reminding us that even though time may have weathered these walls, their spirit remains unbroken. Bolton Abbey holds within it stories untold and secrets whispered only among those who take the time to listen closely. Its ruins are more than just remnants; they serve as gateways for our imagination to explore what once was and what could have been.