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Egglestone Abbey

borders of Yorkshire and County Durham, Barnard Castle, England
01904 601901
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
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Hartlepool, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Stunning location, a piece of history in a fantastic setting

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Durham, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

Worth a look if you are in the area and fancy a walk out somewhere.

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Chesterfield
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Came accross this abbey on a walk and it is stunning. Set above the river with fabulous views. Well worth a look and makes a great spot for a picnic

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Bangkok, Thailand
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012
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Certainly worth an hour's detour [but not more]. A mournful remnant of England's medieval past. Lovely setting - fields and rolling hills. No cost to wander about. An excellent pub, Shoulder of Mutton, near by.

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Durham, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012
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Take a guide book and you will see how the church was back in 1400

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Richmond, North Yorkshire, UK
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2011

lovely walk down from barnard castle take a picnic and enjoy this lovely ruin

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Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2011
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I'd heard of this abbey, but had never visited before. As we were in the area, and my husband has an interest in all things to do with Henry VIII's reformation, we made sure to call in. What a little gem! Hidden away, to some extent and not on the obvious tourist track, but well worth a vistit. Such a... More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
250 helpful votes 250 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2011
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This ruined Abbey is a fantastic place if you like walking or exploring old ruins. It is especially interesting if you read up on the history of the place a little before you go, but the scenery and the setting is enough to satisfy those who don't. It is a very easy 15 minute walk or even shorter drive from... More

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Coventry, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012
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