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Roman forts in Northumberland

Explore Roman forts
In Northumberland, over 2000 years of history are on your doorstep. Ancient excavation sites, Bath Houses and Cavalry Fort remains are all embedded in the Northumberland landscape, making it a history-buff’s haven.

Re-live life along the wall

Fascinating forts holding secrets of the Roman Empire are scattered across Northumberland’s countryside; Roman Baths sit on the banks of the North Tyne, ruinous remnants of a once bustling Roman Town remain in Corbridge, and 2000 year-old artefacts are uncovered at Vindolanda’s ongoing excavations.
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The Sill Landscape Discovery Centre

Nestled in the Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre was designed with accessibility at its heart.
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Places to stay near Roman forts

Northumberland’s Roman forts span across the landscape, where market towns and country villages are nestled away. Bustling Hexham, cobbled Corbridge, hidden Humshaugh and a number of other villages offer B&Bs, hotels and self-catering accommodation with a wealth of Northumberland history on their doorsteps.
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Hexham Self Catering

Chesters Stables
Nestled in the heart of rural Northumberland, our collection of 7 self-catering Stable Suites, sleeping between 2 and 8 guests, offers the perfect choice for a countryside getaway.
Guide Price £2,572.00 Per week
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Hexham Hotel

Battlesteads
An 18thC Inn, formerly a farmhouse, in the heart of rural Northumberland close to the Roman Wall, Kielder Water and North Tyne Valley.
Guide Price £70.00 Per Night
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Hexham Holiday Home Ownership

Heathergate Holiday Park
Buy a luxury holiday home at Heathergate Boutique Holiday Park in Hexham an award winning, five star retreat.
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Hexham Self Catering

Carraw Luxury Holiday Homes
Carraw Farm offers luxury self-catering accommodation in a modern and luxurious spacious property – Vesta View and in the converted barn – Shepherds Retreat.
Guide Price £1,050.00 Per week
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Hexham Glamping

The Hiddle Hut
Under the darkest skies, immersed within breath-taking views of the countryside, our two-storey, luxury star-gazing cabin is a captivating hideaway.
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Hexham Caravan & Camping

Hexham Racecourse Caravan Site
Situated two miles south of Hexham, the site provides an ideal base for exploring the ancient market town.
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Hexham Inn

Twice Brewed Inn
Welcoming Pub situated on Hadrian's Wall near Housesteads Roman Fort, with on site Planetarium and regular Dark Skies Events.
Guide Price £110.00 Per Night
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Hexham Self Catering

Tarset Tor
Tarset Tor Bunkhouse & Bothy Holidays is self-built and family run, nestling in 5 acres of the scenic National Park.
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Hexham Hotel

Slaley Hall
A former Edwardian mansion which offers luxurious accommodation, spa & gym facilities, a 36 hole golf complex, restaurants and event spaces.
Guide Price £111.00 Per Night
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Hexham Glamping

The Whistle Stop
The Whistle Stop Shepherd's Hut, with outdoor stargazing bath and log burner.
Guide Price £100.00 Per Night

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