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Finchale Priory

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Finchale Priory

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    1. Kepier Hospital Gatehouse – Finchale Priory loop from Durham

    24.7km

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    230m

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    August 31, 2021

    Nestled on the wooded banks of the River Wear, Finchale Priory's ruins are a beautiful sight. Founded in 1196, this Grade I-listed building was an outpost of Durham Cathedral and was favoured by Durham's monks as a holiday retreat. The priory was supposedly founded by the sailor, merchant and adventurer St Godric, who settled here after his many expeditions.

      January 6, 2025

      nice easy parking, walk accross the bridge over the river and you can either walk left or right giving you two options to walk up or down the river. quite pleasant but can get a bit boggy when it rains so wear the correct footwear. does get busy in the warmer months

        July 12, 2025

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