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Finchale Priory
Extensive ruins of a medieval priory on a bend of the River Wear, once a retreat for Durham's monks. Free to wander, with a riverside setting that suits a picnic and a short walk, a few miles from Durham city.
📍 Durham, North East · DH1 5SH
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Visitor information
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Finchale Avenue, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5SH
- Opening times
- Daily 10:00-16:00 Oct-Mar, 10:00-17:00 Apr-Oct.
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- Café on site
- AccessibilityUneven, can be muddy; hidden drops - supervise children.
- ParkingCaravan-park car park, £4.
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
Make a day of it
Finchale Priory is a stop on these 2 planned days out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
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