North East Explorer - 20th - 24th July

Northeast Explorer

 

20^th – 24^th July

 

Enjoy a 5-day holiday exploring the Northeast visits to Northumberland, Alnwick and to the famous Beamish Museum.

 

Whilst on tour, the following program includes

 

Beamish Museum

 

• Experience sights, sounds, smells and delicious tastes as the past comes to life. Beamish is unique living museum set in County Durham Step into the past and explore around 350 acres, as Beamish tells the story of the people of North East England in the 1820s, 1900s through to the 1950s. Enjoy a tram or vintage bus as you travel between the decades and experience what life was like.

 

Hexham

 

• Hexham is renowned for its heritage, Roman connections home to the beautiful Sele Park, floral gardens in the town centre, and the stunning grounds of Hexham House. Beneath the charming market town, Hexham holds a biology history of marauding Vikings, and England’s first purpose-built prison, Hexham Old Gaol, which can be traced back to the 1300s.

• Enjoy Hexham Old Gaol museum which was built using stone from the nearby Corbridge Roman site. The Border History Library within the Old Gaol is home to a fascinating collection of photographs, books, poetry and music about our border territory. Feast your eyes on a wealth of artefacts, descend into the dungeons, and try out the stocks - if you dare...

• Boasting the impressive Hexham Abbey, this town never fails to impress. The monastery-turned-abbey was built in 674 AD, and the eerie crypt from the original building still remains today, with some of the dusty stones coming from the Roman ruins of Hadrian’s Wall. The abbey is a peaceful place of solace and refuge, where visitors can admire awe-inspiring architecture, 7th century sculptures, and 15th century painted wooden panels. The Abbey also hosts a delightful craft fair.

 

Hadrian’s Wall

 

• We visit Vindolanda, See the most fully excavated fort and civilian settlement on Hadrian’s Wall.

Visit the full size replicas of Hadrian’s Wall in stone and timber and explore hundreds of artefacts excavated from Roman Vindolanda. Highlights include; leather boots and shoes, armour and weapons, wooden objects and the Vindolanda writing tablets – one of Britain’s Top Treasures.

 

Alnwick

 

• Enjoy a stroll around this impressive historic town, it’s two main attractions being the Castle and the Alnwick Garden but is also home to many traditional shops and numerous streets to explore.

 

Northumberland Coast

 

• Enjoy the famous coastline as we visit picturesque villages including Bamburgh with its imposing castle and Seahouses with its quaint fishing harbour. We also cross the causeway (subject to tides) to Holy Island

 

The Grand - Seaburn ****

 

Formerly a Marriott hotel, the Grand Hotel Sunderland is the perfect place to have a memorable seaside experience. We welcome you with spacious accommodations and a superb location overlooking the beautiful beaches of Seaburn, just two miles from the city centre. Intuitively designed hotel rooms and suites offer comfortable pillow top bedding, high-speed internet access and flat-screen TVs - as well as 24-hour room service. Some also boast stunning views of the seafront.

Pay a visit to our modern leisure club, which features a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and a gym. Follow your workout with a meal and great views in our on-site restaurant. Those planning events in Sunderland can take advantage of our five versatile venues and comprehensive catering services. Our excellent location near the city centre places you moments away from attractions including the Stadium of Light, Doxford Park, Alnwick Castle, the Sunderland Empire and more. We look forward to exceeding expectations at the Grand Hotel Sunderland.

 

(Please Note: The Grand Hotel – Seaburn is now a Cashless Hotel)

Price Includes

 

• Door-To-Door Pick Up Service

• Return Coach Travel

• Bed, Breakfast & Evening Meal

• A visit to Beamish Museum

• A visit to Hexham & Hadrian’s Wall

• A visit to Alnwick

• Northumberland Coastal Tour

• Free Time At Your Own Leisure