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a Historic Market Town in the county of Northumberland
About Hexham
Historic market town where for centuries the sheep and cattle farmers of Northumberland gathered for the Tuesday market beside Hexham Abbey.Today, the market still continues in the shadow of the abbey, with the town being noted for this and for its rich array of fine buildings - these include the Abbey with roots going back to the 7th century, the Old Goal which is thought to be the oldest of its kind in the country, and the Moothall - the gatehouse tower leading to the buildings of the Bailiff's Hall. The Old Goal is now houses the fascinating Border History Museum, this tells of the lawless Reivers, the border families of the 16th century, and of the Wardens and their courts, the towers and bastles of the Border Dales. There is also a research library in the building.
Hexham, with its close proximity to the Pennine Way, Hadrian's Wall and the Border Forest Park, is now very much an inland resort town. It offers a good choice of shops including antiques, inns, restaurants, and a fine selection of hotels. The River South Tyne offers scope for relaxation, with riverside walks, boating and fishing. In the town there are properties from the 16th and 17th centuries. Hexham National Hunt Race Course is a favourite with people from all over the county, there are three golf courses meeting the demands of the energetic, and there is a pleasant country park for more gentle pursuits.
In the rich agricultural countryside surrounding Hexham visitors will find a number of charming villages to explore, some with quaint sounding names such as Juniper, Slaley and Steel.
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Hotels & Accommodation in Hexham
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Best Western Beaumont Hotel
Hexham, Northumberland, England (0.4 miles, 0.6 km)
Best Western Beaumont Hotel is situated in the heart of the market town of Hexham, less than 10 minutes’ walk to the rail station. With a restaurant and a bar, it offers bed and breakfast accommodat...
More info and book online.. Price from £92.00
Ranters Chapel
Hexham, Northumberland, England (0.5 miles, 0.8 km)
Ranters Chapel is a semi-detached holiday home with a garden, situated in Hexham. The unit is 31 km from Newcastle upon Tyne. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property....
More info and book online.. Price from £100.00
The County Hotel
Hexham, Northumberland, England (0.6 miles, 0.9 km)
The County Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Hexham. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms include a flat-screen TV. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. The County Hotel f...
More info and book online.. Price from £89.00
Station Inn
Hexham, Northumberland, England (0.7 miles, 1.1 km)
A 2-minute walk from the train, Station Inn in Hexham offers bed and breakfast close to the town centre. With a restaurant and bar, Station Inn serves a full English breakfasts, and rooms have free Wi...
More info and book online.. Price from £35.00
Low West
Hexham, Northumberland, England (0.9 miles, 1.5 km)
Located 33 km from Newcastle upon Tyne and 41 km from Durham, Low West offers pet-friendly accommodation in Hexham. The property is 48 km from Sunderland and free private parking is featured....
More info and book online.. Price from £84.00
Willow Cottage
Acomb, Northumberland, England (1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction N)
Willow Cottage is a holiday home with a garden, situated in Acomb. The unit is 32 km from Newcastle upon Tyne. A dishwasher and an oven can be found in the kitchen and there is a private bathroom....
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Anick Grange Farm B&B
Hexham, Northumberland, England (1.9 miles, 3.1 km, direction E)
Anick Grange is a working farm located just off the A69 with the market town of Hexham 2 mi from the property. The traditional bed and breakfast is within the farmhouse, which is over 300 years old....
More info and book online.. Price from £80.00
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Nearby travel help
| Hexham Station | (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) |
| Corbridge Station | (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction E) |
| Newcastle International Airport | (17.2 miles, 27.7 km, direction E) |
| New Bridge Street | (20.2 miles, 32.5 km, direction E) |
| A1(M) Junction 65 | (22.6 miles, 36.4 km, direction E) |
| Teesside International Airport | (42.0 miles, 67.7 km, direction SE) |
| Hexham to London | (253.3 miles, 407.5 km, direction S) |
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