Framwellgate Bridge
Framwellgate Bridge
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Laura T
Middlesbrough, UK7,667 contributions
Oct 2019
On any visit to Durham to explore the town centre you will most likely walk over Framwellgate Bridge. Stop for a moment and enjoy the views up and down the river.
A very short stroll to the many shops/cafes/restaurants in the town centre. This bridge is not an attraction is itself, but a lovely place to pause for a moment in the hustle and bustle of the town centre and admire the picturesque scenery.
A very short stroll to the many shops/cafes/restaurants in the town centre. This bridge is not an attraction is itself, but a lovely place to pause for a moment in the hustle and bustle of the town centre and admire the picturesque scenery.
Written 9 July 2020
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Bibcay
Gateshead, UK4,306 contributions
Nov 2019
This is a average bridge and it’s not the best architecture. The views are utterly outstanding. Just walk over it.
Written 9 November 2019
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IAN W
St Helens, UK4,410 contributions
Sept 2020
To be honest,you don't realize that you are walking on a historic 14th century bridge until you read up on Durham history,and on reflection all you remember are the views up and down the River Wear,not the old paving slabs you've just traversed.
Written 18 October 2020
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Phillip G
Poulton Le Fylde, UK660 contributions
Dec 2019
This is a mediaeval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear, in Durham. It is a Grade I listed building and replaced the original bridge which was broken by a flood in 1400. Excellent views of the River Wear from this location. Great photo opportunity.
Written 3 December 2019
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Stuart B
Deal, UK1,595 contributions
Oct 2019
Framwellgate is a picturesque old bridge located in the centre of town. Nice views up and down the river, and a lovely example of hisoric architecture. The bridge itself will not take long to cross, but you can spend hours wandering around this very attractive town centre.
Written 7 October 2019
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK829,647 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
Dating from the 14th century, Franwellgate Bridge is a beautiful stone medieval bridge that crosses the River Wear,two spans ,its an evocative piece of architecture, Grade I listed, the bridge most certainly offers some of the best views of the River Wear, Durham Cathedral & Durham Castle, its an extremely busy bridge that's most definitely well worth checking out if you're in the area or planning to visit Durham.
Written 5 November 2021
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sheepygold
london5,421 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
This is an old and interesting bridge that for many people will give them their first view of Durham and it gives some of the best views of the cathedral and the castle.
Written 22 July 2021
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Bibcay
Gateshead, UK4,306 contributions
Jul 2020
Bland on the top but it’s nice off the side. The views are great too. This history is not that good though.
Written 14 July 2020
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daveandlynda311
Morpeth, UK322 contributions
Mar 2020
One of a number of bridges with information plaques to build up your knowledge of the history of the area.
Written 5 March 2020
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Hazel D
Pickering, UK2,152 contributions
Feb 2020
We walked over the bridge and doing this you really get a feel for the area. Litter free area and nicely kept. A lovely route into town.
Written 26 February 2020
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