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What hotels are near Framwellgate Bridge?

Hotels near Framwellgate Bridge: (0.03 mi) Premier Inn Durham City Centre (Milburngate) hotel (0.10 mi) Castle View Guest House (0.10 mi) Durham Castle (0.18 mi) 40 Winks Guest House (0.10 mi) Central Durham Riverfront Apartment View all hotels near Framwellgate Bridge on Tripadvisor

What restaurants are near Framwellgate Bridge?

Restaurants near Framwellgate Bridge: (0.01 mi) Stack & Grill (0.01 mi) Riverview Kitchen (0.02 mi) OiSaki Kitchen (0.02 mi) Thai River (0.02 mi) Revolution Durham View all restaurants near Framwellgate Bridge on Tripadvisor

What attractions are near Framwellgate Bridge?

Attractions near Framwellgate Bridge: (0.02 mi) Everyday Oriental Food 万利行 (0.04 mi) Old Tom's Gin Bar (0.07 mi) Durham Castle (0.13 mi) Escape Rooms Durham (0.12 mi) Palace Green Library View all attractions near Framwellgate Bridge on Tripadvisor

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Laura T

Middlesbrough, UK6,983 contributions

Busy pedestrian bridge in central Durham, with great views over the river

Oct 2019

On any visit to Durham to explore the town centre you will most likely walk over Framwellgate Bridge. Stop for a moment and enjoy the views up and down the river.

A very short stroll to the many shops/cafes/restaurants in the town centre. This bridge is not an attraction is itself, but a lovely place to pause for a moment in the hustle and bustle of the town centre and admire the picturesque scenery.

Written July 9, 2020

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Bibcay

Gateshead, UK4,393 contributions

Ok

Nov 2019

This is a average bridge and it’s not the best architecture. The views are utterly outstanding. Just walk over it.

Written November 9, 2019

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IAN W

St Helens, UK4,080 contributions

Bridge That Gap

Sep 2020

To be honest,you don't realize that you are walking on a historic 14th century bridge until you read up on Durham history,and on reflection all you remember are the views up and down the River Wear,not the old paving slabs you've just traversed.

Written October 18, 2020

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Phillip G

Poulton Le Fylde, UK698 contributions

Stand on this historical bridge

Dec 2019

This is a mediaeval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear, in Durham. It is a Grade I listed building and replaced the original bridge which was broken by a flood in 1400. Excellent views of the River Wear from this location. Great photo opportunity.

Written December 3, 2019

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Stuart B

Deal, UK1,656 contributions

Nice Historic Bridge

Oct 2019

Framwellgate is a picturesque old bridge located in the centre of town. Nice views up and down the river, and a lovely example of hisoric architecture. The bridge itself will not take long to cross, but you can spend hours wandering around this very attractive town centre.

Written October 7, 2019

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Neil K

Liverpool, UK618,739 contributions

Historic bridge

Nov 2021 • Friends

Dating from the 14th century, Franwellgate Bridge is a beautiful stone medieval bridge that crosses the River Wear,two spans ,its an evocative piece of architecture, Grade I listed, the bridge most certainly offers some of the best views of the River Wear, Durham Cathedral & Durham Castle, its an extremely busy bridge that's most definitely well worth checking out if you're in the area or planning to visit Durham.

Written November 5, 2021

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sheepygold

london5,542 contributions

Great views from this bridge

Jul 2021 • Couples

This is an old and interesting bridge that for many people will give them their first view of Durham and it gives some of the best views of the cathedral and the castle.

Written July 22, 2021

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Bibcay

Gateshead, UK4,393 contributions

Ok

Jul 2020

Bland on the top but it’s nice off the side. The views are great too. This history is not that good though.

Written July 14, 2020

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daveandlynda311

Morpeth, UK331 contributions

A striking bridge

Mar 2020

One of a number of bridges with information plaques to build up your knowledge of the history of the area.

Written March 5, 2020

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Hazel D

Pickering, UK1,861 contributions

Walked over for a look

Feb 2020

We walked over the bridge and doing this you really get a feel for the area. Litter free area and nicely kept. A lovely route into town.

Written February 26, 2020

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