Monastic Ruins - Beautiful location

Finchale Priory or Finchale Abbey as it is known locally is the ruins of a former monastery situated in a beautiful location right on the banks of the River Wear midway between Durham City and Chester-le-Street. Best way to reach the priory is by following one of the marked trails through Cocken Woods which in themselves are worth the visit. Then take the footbridge across the river to the priory. The heavily wooded banks of the river are a perfect backdrop to the priory and on a sunny day really beautiful. Entrance to the priory is free and you can explore all the different areas of the ruins which are marked with plaques describing the purpose or use of each one. Perfect summer day out #summervacation #awesomepic