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Finchale Priory

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Finchale Ave, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5SH, United KingdomMap
Phone+44 370 333 1181
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  • Tracy P
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    Parking Fees

    £4 to park your car. You get through the barrier, which falls behind you...to find then that there's nowhere to park as all areas are closed off to cars. There is a small area Infront for about 4 cars...

    Reviewed on Apr 8, 2024
  • Lady_Snowhawk
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    A nice walk to Finchale

    Walked to Finchale with friends from Durham city centre, was a very easy walk through the woods (and also the prison!) and then down past the lovely river to the priory. It's a beautiful location with...

    Reviewed on Dec 24, 2023
  • mmmakin
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    More enjoyable when quieter am sure!

    Stunning remains of Priory with a nice woodland walk. Visited as using nearby Touring Park. It was still quite busy with ‘Public visitors’ on arrival so a little unbearable for me. The location is lo...

    Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023
  • alanwQ4192VF
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    Impressive Ruins

    A very impressive site with extensive remains to view and a lovely setting next to the River Wear. It should be noted that the car parking charge is now £4 and requires contacless card payment whe...

    Reviewed on Aug 19, 2023
  • John B
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    A must see.

    If you ever visit one priory make sure it`s this one. An absolute cracker. I parked on Cocken road and walked down the steps (about 100) and across the bridge to find this beautiful ruined priory.

    Reviewed on Jun 9, 2023

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