Historic Hexham & Northumberland Explorer
Historic Hexham & Northumberland Explorer
Book NowJoin us as we head to the North East of England for our Historic Hexham and Northumberland Explorer Tour. Located on the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty our impressive 4-star hotel offers a wonderful haven in the tranquil Northumberland countryside. This area is filled with stunning architecture and an exciting and bloody history from the Roman and Viking periods to Prince Bishops and the Border Reivers. Benefit from the services of a Blue Badge Guide onboard the coach over 2 days, discover Hadrian’s Wall a Roman monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site and the beautiful surrounding countryside. Take a scenic journey of the Northumberland National Park, England’s most peaceful place with guided visits to Cragside House and Wallington Hall. We will also visit Bishop Auckland to uncover the story of the Prince Bishop’s.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to door service
Porterage
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
Services of a Blue Badge Guide on the coach over 2 days
Admission to Cragside
Admission to Wallington Hall
Prince Bishop’s Bronze Attraction Ticket to include entry to Auckland Castle, Gardens and the Faith Museum.
Excursions
Executive coach travel throughout
Single room supplement - £160.00
Itinerary:
Monday
Depart Leyland at 08.30hrs for our journey to Northumberland with a lunch stop in the historic UNESCO World Heritage Site city of Durham, depart Durham at 15.00hrs, continue our journey to Slaley Hall where you'll receive a warm North East welcome while your case is taken to your room.
Tuesday - Thursday
Following breakfast our guide will meet us for today's excursion, enjoy the spectacular scenery of the rugged countryside around Hadrian's Wall, background to the wonderful UNESCO World Heritage Site which formed Rome's Northern Frontier almost two thousand years ago. The towns and villages of the area are filled character and charm but hide a history of a troubled and bloody past. Discover the thriving market town of Hexham rich in history and culture. Nestled between the beauty of the Northumberland National Park and the North Pennines National Landscape Hexham grew around the magnificent Abbey first built in 674ad.
Following breakfast our guide will meet us for today's excursion. Enjoy England's most peaceful and tranquil place an area of great beauty. From Morpeth and the story of gardener William Turner, into Rothbury in the Northumberland National Park to visit Cragside House and Estate nestled amid towering trees. Discover the former home of Lord Armstrong, the 19th Century Industrial genius, Britain's original smart home being the first in the world lit by hydroelectricity, wander grand fantasy garden landscapes a gardener's delight. Continue to Wallington Hall, beautiful Country House and Estate of the Trevelyan family, home to wonderful ceramics and book collections and Central Hall showcasing the story of Northumberland, wander a beautiful colourful garden planted for nature
Morning visit to the historic town of Bishop Auckland, uncover stories of the Prince Bishops at Auckland Castle, Gardens and the Faith Museum, explore one of the best-preserved bishops palaces in Europe, wander beautiful gardens surrounding the palace and visit the architecturally stunning yet simple Faith Museum, the first museum to explore the history of faith in Britain, with time to obtain lunch depart Bishop Auckland at 14.00hrs to return to Slaley Hall for time to relax and perhaps use the leisure facilities.
Friday
Check out of our hotel following a leisurely breakfast for our journey home with a lunch stop at Barnard Castle en-route. Depart Barnard Castle at 14.00hrs to continue our journey home.
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| SRS | £160.00 Single room supplement | For Sole Use | Yes |
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| Hotel | Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort Coal Road Hexham NE47 0BX |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | 01434 673350 |
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| About the hotel | Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort is part of the QHotels Collection. Nestled in the North East countryside just outside of Hexham the impressive 4-star hotel is the perfect getaway retreat. An Edwardian manor house with a modern twist Slaley Hall is set within 1000 acres of beautiful countryside and offers its guests wonderful views. Relax in the onsite bar or take a dip in the swimming pool. Guest bedrooms are spacious, elegantly decorated rooms, well equipped for a relaxing stay. |
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TV |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | Safety Deposit Box |
| AC | Yes |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
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| Carnforth | Carnforth Truckstop |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
