Finchale Priory DH1 5SH
Free for everyone
Open: Seasonal - See website

History:
Finchale Priory (pronounced ‘finkle’) owes its origin to St Godric, a colourful figure born about 1070 who, after years of travel as a sailor, merchant and pilgrim, felt called to the solitary life. He eventually settled at Finchale, where he lived to the ripe old age of about 100. Some 25 years after his death, his hermitage became a priory. By the mid 14th century this was serving as a holiday home for monks from Finchale’s parent monastery, Durham.

Finchale’s story can be read in its surviving remains, from St Godric’s original church and tomb to the Durham monks’ rural retreat.

Dog Friendly:
Dogs allowed on lead - throughout site

Entry Charge:
Free for everyone

Parking:
Chargeable parking available on location 

Facilities:

Notes:
Parts of the site are uneven and can get muddy

Contact:
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Tel: 0370 3331181