Egglestone Abbey

 

The charming ruins of a small monastery of Premonstratensian 'white canons', picturesquely set above a bend in the River Tees near Barnard Castle. Remains include much of the 13th-century church and a range of living quarters, with traces of their ingenious toilet drainage system.

 

Dogs on leads are welcome - contact site for any restrictions. Assistance dogs are welcome everywhere.