About Hexham
Hexham is an enticing market town with a good deal of historical buildings to admire as you enjoy its galleries and shops.
Hexham is a prosperous market town and civil parish in Northumberland, England, located south of the River Tyne.
Hexham's architectural landscape is dominated by Hexham Abbey. The current church largely dates from c.1170–1250, in the Early English Gothic style of architecture. The choir, north and south transepts and the cloisters, where canons studied and meditated, date from this period. The east end was rebuilt in 1860.
The Abbey stands at the west end of the market place, which is home to the Shambles of a covered market, built in 1766
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Langley Castle Hotel
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This magnificent 14th-century castle is set in a 12-acre woodland estate. Many rooms have luxury features such as four-poster beds, or a window seat set in the old stone walls, looking out over the beautiful grounds.
Enjoy a candlelit dinner in Josephine’s Restaurant, awarded 2 AA Rosettes for its fine food. It offers regional produce, seasonal fish and local game. You can also have a drink in the superb drawing room, with stained-glass windows and a log fire.
The award-winning Langley Castle was built in 1350, during the reign of Edward III. It has 7-foot thick walls, and far-reaching views over the Northumbrian Valley. Wi-Fi is free throughout the building, and parking is free on site.
Langley Castle is perfect for discovering Hadrian’s Wall, just 5 miles from the building. Newcastle city centre can be reached in less than 40 minutes’ drive. Read more...
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