Locations

Some of my favourite venues in Northumberland include:

• Longhirst Hall

  This early Georgian iconic building is one the finest examples of work of renowned architect John Dobson. Originally built as a family home in 1824 Longhirst is set in 75 acres of woodland and landscaped gardens.

• Linden Hall

  Built by Charles William Bigge in 1812, the Macdonald Linden Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club sits in 450 acres of private grounds at the heart of the Northumberland countryside.

• Matfen Hall

  Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa is situated in the charming village of Matfen and is the ancestral home of Sir Hugh and Lady Blackett. This stately home is set in 300 acres of parkland and has been a hotel since 1999.

• Kirkley Hall

  Kirkley Hall is a 17th Century Grade II listed building situated in the Northumberland countryside just outside of Ponteland. Set in beautiful grounds and gardens the Hall offers a tranquil location for weddings, christening celebrations, private functions, conferences, meetings and other corporate events.

• Close House

  Close House Hotel, located in the beautiful Northumberland country is a beautifully restored Georgian mansion sitting in a elevated position, amidst its own glorious parkland which sweeps down to the River Tyne.

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