Northumberland is filled with ancient castles, rugged moorland, friendly market towns and landscapes rich in history and adventure. Hexham is small and bustling town with regular markets, its own book festival and historic buildings. It’s also a perfect base for exploring Hadrian’s Wall and other incredible countryside, forests and trails.
Set high on a dramatic escarpment, the visitor centre at the Roman Fort is the perfect starting point for a walk along the World Heritage trail to the Sycamore Gap, an iconic spot in British history once home to the famous Robin Hood Tree.
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Stretches of this world-famous 73-mile long World Heritage Site are within a short drive of the George hotel. So whether you are walking the length of the wall and want a stopping place during your trip, or you are here in Hexham and want to spend a couple of hours out witnessing this ancient feat of engineering, you’re in the right place.
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England’s oldest gaol ,built in 1333, is a scheduled ancient monument, but also offers a fun and educational experience. Try out the stocks! Or for a more relaxing moment explore the Border Library Collection.
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With a lively arts and cultural scene, several galleries, the Queen’s Hall Arts Centre and Hexham Abbey, as well as interesting, independent retailers and great cafés, you can spend many a relaxing hour at the nearby market town.
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Experience one the Roman Empire’s most northern outposts – this is the most complete Roman cavalry fort in Britain. You can explore the well-preserved baths and steam room, and the officers’ quarters.
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120 stands of exhibitors from across the North of England and Scotland selling ceramics, jewellery, home furnishings, furniture, silver, military, linen and more.
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Some of the finest ancient oak woodlands in north east England, Muckle Moss is designated as Site of Scientific Special Interest for its ancient oak and ash woodlands.
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Not just a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but an UNESCO Global Geopark too. This is a breath-taking landscape of heather moors and peatlands, dales and hay meadows, rivers, woods, as well as remains of the area’s mining and industrial past.
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Home to England’s largest forest and the biggest man-made lake in Northern Europe, Kielder Water & Forest Park is a playground for cyclists, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Northumberland’s only horse racing course is a fun day out whether you’re a serious punter, or just an occasional watcher. The National Hunt course has regular race meetings throughout the year, a restaurant and bar.
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