Reviews of The Priory Church of Saint Mary and Saint Hardulph Breedon on the Hill aka Breedon Priory. (Church) in Derby (Derbyshire).

The Priory Church of Saint Mary and Saint Hardulph Breedon on the Hill aka Breedon Priory

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Breedon on the Hill, Derby DE73 8AJ, United Kingdom

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Information of The Priory Church of Saint Mary and Saint Hardulph Breedon on the Hill aka Breedon Priory, Church in Derby (Derbyshire)

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Reviews of The Priory Church of Saint Mary and Saint Hardulph Breedon on the Hill aka Breedon Priory

A. B.

Absolutely loved visiting here. If you're NOT afraid of a few inclines, I would strongly recommend walking up. When at the top there's a few routes towards the back of the church that i presume will allow for a circular walk but don't hold me to that.

M.

Stunning church and cemetery with beautiful views you could see for miles

G. B.

Looks amazing from a distance , so thought I would take a drive up , I wasn't disappointed , looks even better up close , inside and out , and the views are fantastic , plus the history up there was mind blowing

F.

Nice place to have a walk around with great scenery it's really nice to sit up there on a summer's day and watch the sunset not far from here is a place called breedon cloud hill quarry and there is a walk route which I've not explored yet I've only walked down it part of the way it has loads of over hanging trees really peaceful too

A. M.

Stunning church inside and out

B. B. T. S. t.

If you love history then you need to visit this historic site and take in the view 😉

T. G.

Great for a little potter round! Stunning views from the top of the hill!

D. P.

Stunning old church with amazing views.

A. B.

Great to see views for miles.

W. L.

Lovely church with nice views.

M. P.

Ty to the locals who open this historic building up.

J. D.

This gorgeous church is sat on the top of hill where there was once a Neolithic village fort. It is breath taking up here and we'll worth a visit if you are passing by. It is so peaceful and feels far removed from the daily hustle and bustle of everyday life. Used to park here for 20 winks while working. It gives you chance to imagine back to the days of another age. I kid you not !

R. A.

Gem of a church with a really interesting history. One of the best collections of Anglo-Saxon sculpture in the country, a former Augustinian priory and some interesting 16th/17th century tombs. The hill is good for lane spotting too as it has a great view of East Midlands airport! No facilities, but there is a cafe at the bottom of the hill for you to reward yourself if you park in the village and walk up to the top, passing the Iron Age ramparts on the way.

j. h.

Wow, several layers of history here. First the site of the remaining church was an Iron Age Fort and in the undergrowth on the side of the hill that has not been quarried away you can still see the impressive ramparts and ditches. Second, this was the site of an early Anglo Saxon monastery that has now completely disappeared and then there is the remaining church. On the outside not that impressive but inside it has some real treasures. The pews are those old fashioned ones with doors and are quite high sides, almost like opera boxes.There is a fantastic monument to the local gentry, the Shirley family and finally there are the Anglo Saxon carving of fantastic beasts and creatures that were taken from the original Saxon Church. Some of the human figures look to me to be very reminiscent of Byzantine carvings. The finest carving is that of an angel but the original is not on view being in the bell tower for some reason. I pushed my way in against the Vicars objections to look at it many years ago. It really is an excellent place to visit, especially on a fine summer day with a fantastic view.

R. D.

Very picturesque. Its worth noting for those who are put off by the sheer cliff edge next to the church that pain has been taken to ensure not only your safety but also to make it feel like you aren't stood 5 feet from the edge of a cliff 😁

s. f.

Beautiful church and setting, however very creapy at night seems to be a hideout for young people and doggers at night. Keep an eye out for the steamy windows.

P. G.

Wow. Amazing. Has to be seen.

T. H. H.

Priory church, once 7th Century monastery sits on top of the remains of an iron age hill fort. Church can be seen for miles around and views from the top are excellent on a clear day. Airport and its activity can be seen. Historic interior and varied history make for an interesting visit. Car parking available up top, and you can drive there on the single track road.

M. A.

Very narrow road up to the top with a couple of very tight turns but worth it when you get there.

L. A.

Look out for the church from the roads as you approach. Situated so high up above a quarry it can be seen from quite a distance. There's parking at the top of the hill. The Saxon carvings around the church date from the 8th-10th centuries. They originally were on the inside and outside walls of the previous Saxon Minster church. The fabric of the church may be of interest to geology fans. Shirley family memorials include references to Saracens and the crusades. You can walk around the hill but paths may sometimes be a bit overgrown but views are stunning.

G. T. M.

A lovely position looking over the village of Breedon, its quarry and the North West Leicestershire countryside

A. E.

Lovely old church normally open

T. M.

Excellent place for an historic visit. I've seen it from the A42 many times and had wondered what the view would be from the site. Unfortunately the day I went the mist did not clear. #greatbritishsummer

J. T.

I don't go for the church, I go for the views. Great spot for photos, walks, whatever. If you're into Jesus then there's a church, so yeah.

R. M.

For the information of anybody visiting the church the postcode listed is incorrect so don’t follow the one on Google Maps

P. B.

Very interesting place very well kept and lot's of information on the history of the place. Plus great views... Worth a visit..

D. G.

It's ok to go and see place any old cemetery. Good for short brake if You near East Midlands Airport.Quite good view point

C. E.

Lovely view from the top, church well looked after, nice and clean place. Friendly people

C. R.

Beautiful church with original Saxon carvings in the walls. Worth a visit if you like ecclesiastical history and architecture

A. S.

It is so picturesque, beautiful and dumbfounding views. The church is great for bellringers.

l. p.

Very relaxing place to visit with spectacular views

P. N.

Nice an quiet. Beautiful place.

A. E.

Fantastic place so peaceful and warm to go holds a special place in my heart

A. B.

Loved this place since I was a kid. Still learning more about it 30+ years later.

K. D.

Beautiful a must see, never even knew it was there came across it by accident

S. B.

Very interesting church and Saxon site, and a lovely village

L. P.

Lovely place,great wievs around east midlands....

C. S.

A beautiful ancient church with history oozing out of every corner

G. Ś.

Nice

K. R.

Peaceful place

l. g.

Beautiful

M. S. C.

Excellent QTH for Amateur radio /P working.

C. J. W.

My family are from breedon ,some now reside up at the church yard.

K. B.

Lovely views and very peaceful

j. r.

a special find with panoramic views of the country around

C. D.

A great view of surrounding area

R. H.

Great views and great place to visit

C.

An amazing place.

E. S.

Very nice church to visit.

J. K.

So tranquil and well maintained

Z. T.

Wow a hidden gem. Not well signposted but worth it once you find it.

K. R.

Great viewpoint across the counties

N. D.

Great place great views

j. o.

Peaceful beautifully views

C. n.

Came to look at the architecture and history

B. P.

Great views

D. D.

Historical location with views

F. H.

Historical church

J. M.

Nice building

L. U.

Breedon on the Hill view for miles

T. E.

stunning

M. E.

Beautiful place

M. H.

Peaceful

D. C.

Great views from breedon

B. T.

(Translated) Fantastic views, then a sensational walk along the hillside paths (Original) Fantastyczne widoki, a potem rewelacyjny spacer ścieżkami po wzgórzu

P. G.

(Translated) This place looks like a movie. The church is impressive, just like the old cemetery. At night you can feel like a horror movie;) I recommend (Original) To miejesce wygląda jak z filmu. Kościół robi wrazenie tak samo jak stary cmentarz. W nocy mozna sie poczuć jak w filmie grozy ;) polecam

J. K.

I. B.

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R. B.

(Translated) I recommend a great place (Original) Super miejsce polecam👍👍👍

S. D.

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