A fascinating place in a really pretty remote location. The 12th century church is all that remains of the Priory, and despite its closure in 1536 the church has remained intact and has been used and cared for over the centuries. It has 19th century stained glass windows and a pipe organ, all of good quality. The manor house fell into disuse due to wood rot in the 1960s, and while it awaits restoration it stands as a remarkable lesson in how these stone castles were made grand and livable. Very picturesque setting on the banks of the River Coquet. A visit is well worth the time. English Heritage employee on site was very friendly and helpful.

Beautifully intact Priory sits alongside a terribly run down Manor House. The gorgeous River Coquet flows past both. English Heritage site, so free to members and another pop badge for the kids. The site is a 5-10 minute walk from the car park on a sloped gravel driveway through a lovely forest (the sort of place that I imagined the Black riders chasing the Hobbits would look like - strange old trees clinging to the slope down to the river). There is a tiny shop/ticket office and the lady working the day we visited was kind and informative. There is a toilet on site. The priory itself is stunning with a beautiful, big Hill and son organ at the front. It was part of an extensive monastery but survived the dissolution of the monasteries because it was also a parish church. Look out for the interesting mix of architectural styles with pointed and curved arches - best seen above the entrance door. The manor house was adapted from the old monastic buildings and is a fascinating mix of different eras. It has suffered a lot of damage over the years from wood rot, etc. The children liked the little book shop, the art installations and Dissolution: The Game. Well worth a visit.

Absolutely gorgeous priory and house. Peaceful settings and we just love what's being done. The English heritage lady was a pleasure to chat with and so helpful. We could have stayed with her all day. Thank you for letting us park at the bottom being on crutches I'd have never made the walk down. Oh yes there's a wee walk down to the priory 🥰

Never been before, it was very quiet & tranquil. A wedding was taking place too, what a beautiful place to get married.x

We thoroughly enjoyed this site. Is nice and quiet and the walk down from the car park is lovely and the setting of the site is nice and secluded, with birds chirping and the river flowing audibly in the background. The church is well restored with amazing stained glass windows, and being able to walk through the manor house was a treat.