Finchale Abbey Residential Touring Park
Finchale Caravan Park, Brasside, Durham DH1 5SH, United Kingdom
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About This Campsite
Explore and Relax at Finchale Abbey Residential Touring Park
Welcome to Finchale Abbey Residential Touring Park, a charming and tranquil campsite nestled in the serene English countryside. Although it doesn't specify an address or city, it draws visitors with its rich history and breathtaking surroundings, offering convenient access to the nearby Abbey ruins.Important Considerations & Tips
- Pitch Size and Leveling: Some guests have mentioned that the pitches are small and could be more level, so it might take a bit of patience to find the perfect setup for your caravan or tent.
- Amenities: The campsite boasts clean and modern facilities, including heated and well-maintained toilet blocks along with free showers.
- Family Friendly: While the park is advertised as adults only, there have been instances where families with children were present, adding a lively atmosphere during the day.
- Natural Beauty: Enjoy the abundant walking opportunities by the river and admire the Abbey ruins, which can provide a picturesque backdrop for your camping experience.
- Proximity to Durham: Finchale Abbey Park is a pleasant one-hour walk from the city of Durham, perfect for a leisurely day trip.
Overall Thoughts
Finchale Abbey Residential Touring Park offers a mix of stunning nature, historical charm, and modern conveniences at a reasonable price. While there are a few challenges like small pitches and limited leveling, the appealing surroundings, friendly staff, and proximity to both natural and heritage sites contribute positively to most stays. If you appreciate walking, and historical exploration, and don't mind some playful noises during the day, this campsite could be a delightful base for your next adventure.Photos
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Reviews
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Sheila Lynch
08/08/2024
We had booked a hard standing pitch but hadn’t expected a slab of concrete barely big enough for a small camper van. Pitches are very small and question whether they meet current legal requirements. This is supposed to be an ‘adult only’ site but for 2 of the 3 nights we stayed there were families, with children, staying there so definitely NOT ADULT ONLY. The surrounding grounds are lovely but the campsite is very cramped, facilities clean but not adequate for the number of pitches. The ‘Priory and grounds’ are open to the public so lots of noise during the day from children clambering all over the ruins or splashing in the river. As for the supposed views from the campsite, ours was of the car parking, bins and shower block…..lovely…Not…. Definitely won’t be returning….
carl morris
05/17/2024
Fabulous place in a serene setting. Toilet block facilities are modern clean and heated with free showers. Grounds are maintained on a daily basis and site staff are so friendly. Gas eggs honey available fresh at the site cafe and gas. Only negatives to point but I'm only pointing these out to give a rounded review and would not put me off coming here again, some of the pitches can be a little challenging to level up on. Some of the pitches are 10amp but 16amp pitches are available. Overall great site at a good price in a beautifully location, looks forward to returning in the near future.
christopher Lock
08/05/2024
Stayed three nights lovely park washing up room could be larger. It’s about one hour ten minutes walk to Durham which is okay on a nice day (we enjoyed it) lovely walk along the river abbey ruins if you like that sort of thing I give the site nine and a half out of ten staff friendly
kathleen moore
06/21/2024
Good communication from the owner pre- visit. Great location, the site is spotless with all facilities in full working order. Lots of walking opportunities and right by the abbey ruins which are also lovely and free admission. Highly recommend.
Steven Winter
04/28/2024
Some pitches could be larger and a bit more level. As some are very bad which look like they have just been done why not make them level when doing them But this is a lovely quiet site .walks along the river and the Abbey are special amenities and very clean and well maintained