Tynemouth Priory and Castle

Tynemouth Prior and Castle

Tynemouth Priory and Castle

Where is it – England, North East England

Who looks after it –  English Heritage 

What is it –  Abbey-Monastery, Castle or Fort, Ruin 

When is it from – Medieval, Modern

The ruins of Tynemouth’s Priory and Castle date from the 11th century and occupy a natural defensive position on a dramatic rocky headland that overlooks the North Sea and the River Tyne. The priory is said to be the burial place of three kings, including St Oswin, King of Northumbria, and replaced a 7th century monastery destroyed by the Danes. The small, preserved, chapel of St Mary (aka the Percy Chapel) can also be seen, as can the remains of more modern 20th century coastal defences and the outside of abandoned post-war coastguard buildings.

 


Address

Pier Road, Tynemouth, Tyne & Wear, NE30 4BZ 

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