# Finchale Abbey Touring Park Set in the heart of the beautiful County Durham countryside within a meander of the river Wear this adult only award winning touring park is the perfect way to get away from it all! The park is perfectly positioned to explore all that this beautiful county has to offer, is within easy reach of the historic city of Durham and all of its amenities yet its setting beside the ruins of a Benedictine priory offer peace and tranquillity We are taking bookings - see our opening dates below.Our toilet and shower facilities will be open. ) Description **This is an adults only site** **Pitches:** 41 **Opening Dates this year:** 12/04/2021 to 31/12/2021 **Opening Dates next year:** 01/01/2022 to 31/12/2022 Adult only and dog friendly , we can guarantee peace and tranquillity even on bank holidays. Many of our clients return often as we are an ideal location for easy access to Durhams highlights being only just over 4 miles by road and bridal path for bikes or walking just over 2 / 3 miles to the beautiful cathedral city of Durham. Finchale Abbey / Priory is a very pretty site set in beautiful countryside along the banks of the River Wear , being within easy reach of the bustling city of Durham 4 miles from the park and the Arnison Centre with in 1and half miles from us Where Sainsbury's M&S ( one of the largest out of town in the N east ) Lidel, Asda, L Ashley to name just of few outlets. Following the great feedback after upgrading the toilet and shower block and we're really proud of the standard that has been achieved. Both blocks have heating, hand dryer, hair dryer/ shaving socket(gents), free hot showers, soap dispensers, provided to add to your comfort during your stay. We can now offer our bespoke handmade Camping Pod ( another being built and will soon be ready ) Enjoy camping without roughing it in our bespoke camping pod with lights, heating and electric sockets so you can charge your phone up to use our wif!. The pod also benefits from being fully insulated and double glazed and has a lockable front door. The pod has two fullsized single beds. Outdoor furniture and a chiminea are provided so you can enjoy the evenings too. WE HAVE MORE REVIEWS ON OUR BOOKING PAGE Nearby Attractions Finchale Abbey 13th century Benedictine Priory was established by monks from Durham Cathedral We now hand out maps to cycle or walk to Durham City along beautiful countryside just over 1 hour away for your return we also have bus times or taxis are excellent. See the fabulous Cathedral and Castle towering above the medieval city, still echo the importance of Durham as the Prince Bishops' seat of power, Killope wheel is a fabulous old lead mine see how the children were made to work at very young age Beamish open air Museum vividly recreates life in the North of England in the early 1800's and 1900's. Costumed staff welcome visitors Botanic Gardens The 18 acre garden is set among beautiful mature woodlands on the outskirts of Durham City. Cared for by Durham University the gardens include plant collections from around the world Metro - Type: Place to stay - Location: Durham, County Durham, England - Area guide: [Durham](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/county-durham) - Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, https://www.finchaleabbey.co.uk/, or call +441913866528 - HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-fYwdRC3iv6gp/finchale-abbey-touring-park ## Amenities and facilities - Toilets - Washing Up Area - Wifi - Shop - Bar or Club House - On-Site Restaurant or Cafe ## Suitable for - Accessible - Dog Friendly - Pets ## Restrictions - Adults-Only, No Children - Accommodation - Campsite - Pitch ## Nearby stays - [Lady Margarets Park Caravan Club Site](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-XYxuDszDmydc/lady-margarets-park-caravan-club-site) - [The Croft Campsite Just For Adults](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-7SmyJKng33eW/the-croft-campsite-just-for-adults) - [Sharpley Camping](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-UouSTyLHc8hQ/sharpley-camping) - [Bonners Lodge](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DJe6MxLu3OYY/bonners_lodge) - [Ashfield Caravan Park](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-LTZOu0o41mHX/ashfield-caravan-park-) All stays nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-fYwdRC3iv6gp/finchale-abbey-touring-park/near-by-accommodations.md ## Nearby things to do - [Adventure Valley](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-yX5-cIQZThbI/adventure-valley) - [Dragonflies Durham](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-QsHQV9aOgt4u/dragonflies-durham) - [Infinite Air Trampoline Park](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-JTFKQ6qaKu7o/infinite-air-trampoline-park) - [Riverside Park Chester-le-Street](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-HKeHuSWIqXpr/riverside-park-chester-le-street) - [TopGear Karting](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-3WClnI5EJW9W/top-gear-karting) All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-fYwdRC3iv6gp/finchale-abbey-touring-park/near-by-experiences.md ## Questions and answers ### Where is Finchale Abbey Touring Park? Finchale Abbey Touring Park is in Durham, County Durham. ### Are dogs allowed at Finchale Abbey Touring Park? Yes. Finchale Abbey Touring Park is listed as pet-friendly. ### What facilities does Finchale Abbey Touring Park have? Finchale Abbey Touring Park lists Toilets, Washing Up Area, Wifi, Shop, Bar or Club House and On-Site Restaurant or Cafe. ### Does Finchale Abbey Touring Park have any restrictions? Finchale Abbey Touring Park lists these restrictions: Adults-Only, No Children, Accommodation, Campsite and Pitch. ### What is there to do near Finchale Abbey Touring Park? Experiences listed near Finchale Abbey Touring Park on HolidayFox include Adventure Valley, Dragonflies Durham, Infinite Air Trampoline Park, Riverside Park Chester-le-Street and TopGear Karting. ### How do I book Finchale Abbey Touring Park? Finchale Abbey Touring Park doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, https://www.finchaleabbey.co.uk/, or call +441913866528. --- Generated 2026-11-07T21:50Z from HolidayFox data.