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Lying in a prominent position ringed by the River Wear, Escomb is best known for its magnificent Saxon Church reputed to be the best Saxon Church in England, built from stones brought from the near-by ruined Roman Fort at Binchester. The age of the church is indicative of just what an old region this is.
Escomb Church is completely fascinating, it has beautiful doorways, original Saxon carving, and a crude octagonal font on which remain the holes for lead fasteners - this is thought to be at least seven centuries old. On the southern exterior wall of the church there is an unusual 7th century sundial.
In celebration of the Millennium the church has what is known as the Escomb Textile, this was made locally and includes work by local school children.
In the churchyard visitors will note graves belong to local people, these cover several centuries.
Escomb lies around one and a half miles from Bishop's Auckland, and like many Durham communities it has a history associated with mining. However, the River Wear offers opportunities for boating fishing and exploring the regions wildlife heritage. Planning a visit to Escomb?
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All attractions in EscombAll attractions in County DurhamComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandHotels & Accommodation in EscombEscomb Hotels Escomb Cottages Escomb Bed & Breakfast  | The Castle Bar HotelBishop Auckland, County Durham, England (1.5 miles, 2.4 km, direction E)
Situated within a few metres of the historic Auckland Castle, in the centre of Market Town in Bishop Auckland, The Castle Bar Hotel features a bar and free Wi-Fi. Durham is a 21-minute drive away....
More info and book online.. Price from £59.00 |  |  Premier Inn Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland, County Durham, England (2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction SE)
Located within easy reach of the A1 and only 15 minutes from rail links, this Premier Inn is just southwest of Durham city centre with its castle and cathedral....
More info and book online.. Price from £43.00 |  | Manor House HotelWest Auckland, County Durham, England (2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction S)
A charming English manor house close to the A1 road, with a gym, swimming pool, sauna and spa. Wi-Fi is free and food is served all day....
More info and book online.. Price from £44.00 |  | Park Head Country HotelBishop Auckland, County Durham, England (2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction E)
Park Head Country Hotel and Restaurant is situated in the heart of County Durham and offers a warm, friendly welcome and free Wi-Fi. The spacious and comfortable en suite rooms are mainly set in a tr...
More info and book online.. Price from £45.00 |  | Best Western Whitworth Hall HotelSpennymoor, County Durham, England (4.2 miles, 6.8 km, direction NE)
South of Durham city and close to the A1, the welcoming Whitworth Hall Hotel is set in the heart of a 73-acre deer park. The parkland setting is home to a herd of fallow deer, an ornamental lake and ...
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All Accommodation in Escomb..Nearby travel help| Bishop Auckland Station | (1.3 miles, 2.0 km, direction SE) | | Shildon Station | (3.9 miles, 6.4 km, direction SE) | | A1(M) Junction 60 | (8.1 miles, 13.0 km, direction E) | | A1(M) Junction 59 | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction SE) | | Teesside International Airport | (15.6 miles, 25.1 km, direction SE) | | Newcastle International Airport | (25.7 miles, 41.3 km, direction N) | | Escomb to London | (228.0 miles, 366.8 km, direction S) |
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