Hexham
Things to do in Hexham, Northumberland
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Hexham is built around the Roman frontier. The town sits at the heart of Hadrian's Wall country, where the archaeological evidence of Roman Britain is exceptionally well preserved. Vindolanda, rated 4.8 from over 5,000 reviews, and Housesteads Roman Fort, rated 4.6 from over 4,000, are both within reach. Hadrian's Wall and Fort itself is rated 4.8 from 765 reviews. The Abbey at the town's centre, rated 4.7 from over 2,000 reviews, sits on medieval foundations. There is also Hexham Old Gaol, rated 4.1 from 165 reviews, and Falconry Days, rated 4.9 from 226 reviews, offers something altogether different.
Exploring Hexham itself, you will find the Abbey and the Old Gaol. The town has enough accommodation and facilities to serve as a proper stopping point rather than somewhere to pass through. The Roman sites dominate most visits—Vindolanda and Housesteads in particular draw substantial numbers—but the Abbey and the gaol give the town itself reason to linger.
Where to stay in Hexham(32)
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The town supports a substantial accommodation base. Thirty-two hotels and guesthouses range from The Beaumont Hexham and The Rose And Crown, both rated 4.7, to The County Hotel at 4.6 and Battlesteads Hotel, also 4.6. Slaley Hall is rated 4.1 from nearly 2,700 reviews. For those with a caravan, Hexham Racecourse Caravan Site is rated 4.4 from 66 reviews. This weight of places to stay reflects Hexham's role as a base for visitors exploring the Wall and the surrounding landscape of Northumberland.
Anchor Hotel
John Martin Street, Hexham
Barrasford Arms
Barrasford Arms, Hexham
Battlesteads Hotel
Wark on Tyne, Hexham
Crackin View Guest House
Lanehead Tarset, Hexham
Hadrian Hotel - Inn
Wall, Hexham
Hallbarns Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
Hallbarns, Hexham
High Keenley Fell Farm
Allendale Town, Hexham
Riverdale Hall Hotel & Leisure
Bellingham, Hexham
Things to Do in Hexham(8)
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Where to Eat in Hexham(1)
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Attractions Near Hexham
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8 mi
Go Ape Matfen
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.7
11 mi
The Heritage Centre at Bellingham
Bellingham · ⭐ 4.7
12 mi
Prudhoe Waterworld
Prudhoe · ⭐ 4.2
13 mi
Haltwhistle Swimming and Leisure Centre
Haltwhistle · ⭐ 4.6
13 mi
Belsay Hall Castle and Gardens
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.7
15 mi
Allensford Country Park
Consett · ⭐ 4.2
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Bishop Auckland · ⭐ 4.7
16 mi
Newburn Activity Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Hexham(1)
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Heathergate Boutique Holiday Park
⭐ 4.9
Fallowfield Dene Caravan and Camping Park
⭐ 4.4 · from £32/night
Sunniside House Camping
⭐ 4.7 · from £23/night
Causey Hill Holiday Park
⭐ 4.3
Hexham Racecourse Caravan Site
⭐ 4.4 · from £25/night
Greencarts Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £24/night
Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods
⭐ 5.0
Poplars Riverside Park
⭐ 4.8
Self-Catering Cottages in Hexham
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Hall Yards Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £577
The Tiny Chapel
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,272
Tanners House
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,176
Low West
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £433
Ardbeg
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £533
Northern Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,122
The Racecourse Lodge
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £707
The Coach House at Carr Edge Farm
1 bed · sleeps 2
Common questions about Hexham
How many campsites are there in Hexham?
We list 1 campsites in and around Hexham, of which 1 take tents.
Which campsites in Hexham have electric hook-up?
1 of the 1 campsites we list in Hexham offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Hexham?
We list 32 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Hexham.
What is there to do in Hexham?
We list 8 attractions and things to do in and around Hexham.
Where can I eat in Hexham?
We list 1 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Hexham.
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