Sightseeing /Attractions
Market Town of Hexham
The picturesque market town of Hexham is about a 5 minute drive from Acomb or a 40 minute walk. It has a lot to offer, many historical and cultural attractions including the Abbey, Old Gaol. You can also explore some of its parks including Tyne Green Country Park down by the river. Or maybe stroll through it streets where you will find lots of some great independent shops and popular well known brands. It also has to offer some top quality restaurants, cafes and public houses for you to enjoy. In Hexham you can also find a cinema, theatre, leisure centre and the well known and popular Race Course.
Market Place
Market PlaceSightseeing
Hexham Abbey is well worth a visit, it was first built in the late 7th century, it is one of the earliest seats of Christianity in England. There are lots of artefacts and treasures that span the ages to explore and learn about its turbulent past. Entry is free and the Refectory Cafe serves delicious home baked scones and cakes.
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Hexham Abbey
Beaumont StreetHexham Abbey is well worth a visit, it was first built in the late 7th century, it is one of the earliest seats of Christianity in England. There are lots of artefacts and treasures that span the ages to explore and learn about its turbulent past. Entry is free and the Refectory Cafe serves delicious home baked scones and cakes.
Northumberland has the longest stretch of Hadrian’s Wall, it rises and plunges across Northumberland’s staggering landscape. We have lots of sites nearby including Housesteads, Steel Rigg where the much loved Sycamore Gap once stood and will hopefully grow again,the famous Vindolanda and Chester’s Roman Fort to name a few.
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Hadrian's Wall
Northumberland has the longest stretch of Hadrian’s Wall, it rises and plunges across Northumberland’s staggering landscape. We have lots of sites nearby including Housesteads, Steel Rigg where the much loved Sycamore Gap once stood and will hopefully grow again,the famous Vindolanda and Chester’s Roman Fort to name a few.
Waters Meet is where the North and South Tyne meet, it’s a lovely walk with lots of flora and fauna to enjoy.
Acomb, Waters Meet
Waters Meet is where the North and South Tyne meet, it’s a lovely walk with lots of flora and fauna to enjoy.
From the cottage you can do a circular walk, taking you past St John Lee and through some beautiful scenery.
St John Lee Parish Church
From the cottage you can do a circular walk, taking you past St John Lee and through some beautiful scenery.
Bellingham is about 15/20 minutes away, this is a fabulous walk there are lots of bridges to cross before seeing the waterfall. Watch out for the Money Tree, take a coin with you and make a wish🙂
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Hareshaw Linn Waterfall
Bellingham is about 15/20 minutes away, this is a fabulous walk there are lots of bridges to cross before seeing the waterfall. Watch out for the Money Tree, take a coin with you and make a wish🙂
Chester’s is one of the Roman Empire’s most northern outposts. It is the most complete Roman Cavairy fort in Britain. You can explore the well preserved baths and steam room along with the Officers’ quarters.
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Romeins fort en museum van Chesters - Hadrian's Wall
B6318Chester’s is one of the Roman Empire’s most northern outposts. It is the most complete Roman Cavairy fort in Britain. You can explore the well preserved baths and steam room along with the Officers’ quarters.
Vindolanda Roman Fort and museum. There are lots of artefacts to see.
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Vindolanda Museum en Restaurant
Vindolanda Roman Fort and museum. There are lots of artefacts to see.
The Sill is a National Landscape Discovery Centre it encourages people to explore the landscape, history, culture and heritage of Northumberland.
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The Sill: Nationaal Landschap Ontdekkingscentrum
The Sill is a National Landscape Discovery Centre it encourages people to explore the landscape, history, culture and heritage of Northumberland.
Bamburgh Castle is situated on the beautiful Northumbrian coast. It is thought a castle has occupied this site for over 10,000 years.
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Bamburgh Castle
40 The WyndingBamburgh Castle is situated on the beautiful Northumbrian coast. It is thought a castle has occupied this site for over 10,000 years.
Tyne mouth is a great day out, it’s steeped in history. Enjoy the beach where you’ll often see windsurfer’s. Treat your self to fish and chips
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Tynemouth
Tyne mouth is a great day out, it’s steeped in history. Enjoy the beach where you’ll often see windsurfer’s. Treat your self to fish and chips
Durham is a Cathedral city, there are some lovely riverside walks, or wander around the cobble streets exploring.
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Durham
Durham is a Cathedral city, there are some lovely riverside walks, or wander around the cobble streets exploring.
Beamish is an open air museum telling the story of the North East of England during the decades. It really is a great day out
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Beamish, het levende museum van het noorden
Beamish is an open air museum telling the story of the North East of England during the decades. It really is a great day out
Newcastle upon Tyne
National Trust - Cragside
Steel Rigg Car Park
Kielder Water & Forest Park
Aydon Castle
Off Aydon RoadLife Science Centre
The Great North Museum
Barras BridgeHexham Racecourse
Hexham’s parks are really pretty, perfect for taking a picnic and just watching the world go by. Sometimes, in summer time, on a Sunday afternoon there is live music. At Christmas the park is decorated with fairy light and even Santa Claus comes for a visit.
Hexham Park
Hexham’s parks are really pretty, perfect for taking a picnic and just watching the world go by. Sometimes, in summer time, on a Sunday afternoon there is live music. At Christmas the park is decorated with fairy light and even Santa Claus comes for a visit.
Hexham Golf Club
Spital LaneAlnwick Castle