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Escomb Saxon Church

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Saxon Green
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7SX

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There are a few buildings which loom out of the darkness of history to present a challenge to us in the present, to baffle us with a sense of mystery which no amount of reasoning can resolve. The Saxon church at Escomb is one such building. When was it built? Who built it and why? How has it survived so long? A date of construction can be tentatively put at around AD670, making it an early Saxon church with considerable Celtic influences. Look out for Roman inscriptions, sundials and altar stone.

If locked, a key is available for visit (from 28 Saxon Green - behind church). Please ring in advance if bringing a party/tour to the church. The key is available all year round 7 days a week during hours of daylight (9-6 during summer and 9-4 during winter).

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    • allthingsitaly
      County Durham, United Kingdom
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      Couples
      Fantastic Saxon church, well worth a visit.
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 23rd August 2023
      My 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 B
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      Couples
      A hidden gem.
      5 of 5 stars
      Friday, 26th July 2024
      We 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
    • Ilkwoman19
      A lovely sunny winter’s afternoon visit.
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 26th December 2024
      I visited this lovely and well kept little church this afternoon, Boxing Day, with my daughter, son in law and granddaughter. The information about it’s various assets is well presented in ’bite... Read full review
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    2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

    * 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.

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    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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