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S&DR200 Festival
Escomb Saxon Church
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Saxon Green
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7SX
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7SX
Tel: +44 01388 768898
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
Small donation requested for guided tours.
TripAdvisor
- Excellent79
- Very Good15
- Average4
- Poor1
- Terrible1
Recent Reviews:
- annsU7132AZTrip Type:CouplesFantastic historic church
Sunday, 20th August 2023What an amazing little church. It's really quite small as churches go but very well looked after and full of information cards. It's so historic and well worth a visit. Read full review - allthingsitalyCounty Durham, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesFantastic Saxon church, well worth a visit.Wednesday, 23rd August 2023My first visit to Escomb Saxon Church, even though I've lived nearby. Well worth it. Beautiful church, almost 1360 years old and as it was when first built. Cemetery is very old with graves dating as... Read full review
- Carolyn BTrip Type:CouplesA hidden gem.Friday, 26th July 2024We often see the sign for this church, so decided to pay a visit. It's a small Saxon Church but in perfect condition and still hold services each Sunday. Very peaceful atmosphere and the lady who... Read full review
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2024 (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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| 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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* Church open 1 Jan-31 May 0900-1600; 1 Jun-30 Sep, daily 0900-1800. Key available in daylight hours up to 18:00. Key hangs outside No. 28 Saxon Green behind the Church.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A68. From the A68 follow the signs from Witton Park to Escomb.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Bishop Auckland station. Take 'Escomb Road' (near Station). Continue along B6284 (Etherley Road). Straight across roundabout. Take right turn for Escomb Village after passing garage on left hand side. Bus 50 and 50A goes to Escomb on its journey between Durham and Bishop Auckland. No bus service available on Sundays.
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