What to do in Hexham

Activities, attractions and tours

There has been a church on the site in Hexham, England, for over 1300 years since Etheldreda, Queen of Northumbria made a grant of lands to Wilfrid, Bishop of York. Of Wilfrid's Benedictine abbey, which was constructed almost entirely of material salvaged from nearby Roman ruins. The Abbey was built up during the 12th Century into its current form, with additions around the turn of the 20th Century. #LikeALocal #OnTheRoad
There has been a church on the site in Hexham, England, for over 1300 years since Etheldreda, Queen of Northumbria made a grant of lands to Wilfrid, Bishop of York. Of Wilfrid's Benedictine abbey, which was constructed almost entirely of material salvaged from nearby Roman ruins. The Abbey was built up during the 12th Century into its current form, with additions around the turn of the 20th Century. #LikeALocal #OnTheRoad
Home in Hexham, England, with a lovely garden in limited space. (June 2017) #Trovember
Hexham is a historic market town in England. (June 2017)
An impressive historical Abbey in Hexham, such a gem in a small town.

Hexham Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Hexham has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Hexham is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hexham to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Hexham Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Hexham.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Hexham attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Hexham

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Sunny autumn morning in a wonderful setting.

Kielder Water and Forest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kielder Water and Forest Park, a lovely green space in Falstone. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Kielder Water and Forest Park
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Vindolanda

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Vindolanda during your travels in Bardon Mill. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Vindolanda
There has been a church on the site in Hexham, England, for over 1300 years since Etheldreda, Queen of Northumbria made a grant of lands to Wilfrid, Bishop of York. Of Wilfrid's Benedictine abbey, which was constructed almost entirely of material salvaged from nearby Roman ruins. The Abbey was built up during the 12th Century into its current form, with additions around the turn of the 20th Century. #LikeALocal #OnTheRoad

Hexham Abbey

Find out about the history of Hexham with a stop at Hexham Abbey. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Hexham Abbey
All quiet along the northern frontier.

Housesteads Roman Fort

You can find out about the history of Bardon Mill with a visit to Housesteads Roman Fort. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Housesteads Roman Fort
Hadrian’s Wall. Pointing towards Crag Lough and Steel Rigg car park. Hadrian’s Wall runs over the left hand cliff and down to Sycamore Gap.

Crag Lough

Explore the great outdoors at Crag Lough, a lovely green space in Bardon Mill. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Crag Lough

Kielder Observatory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kielder Observatory during your travels in Kielder. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Kielder Observatory

Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall

Learn about the local history of Bardon Mill when you spend time at Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall

De Vere Slaley Hall Spa

You can take time to visit De Vere Slaley Hall Spa during your travels to Hexham. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

De Vere Slaley Hall Spa

Chipchase Castle

Find out about the history of Chollerton with a stop at Chipchase Castle. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Chipchase Castle

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Limestone Brae

Limestone Brae might not have many top sights, but Allendale Golf Club and Nenthead Mines are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Limestone Brae

 

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Day trip destinations from Hexham

Just off the A7 3 miles north of Hawick Scotland

Hawick

driving early morning and this happened just outside of carlise.

Carlisle

Otterburn Ranges

Otterburn

Former station at Humshaugh, 1997. View from the A6320 Low Brunton - Bellingham road, close to its bridge over the River North Tyne at Chollerford, also to the remins of the bridge on the Roman Wall at Chesters milecastle. The station remains, well preserved in private hands, was on the ex-NBR Border Counties line, the view being towards Bellingham, Reedsmouth and Riccarton Junction. The station closed to passengers 11/10/56, when the Newcastle - Hexham - Riccarton Junction service ceased, but goods continued until 1/9/58 (11/11/63 between Bellingham and Reedsmouth).
Photo by Ben Brooksbank (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Chollerford

Jedburgh Abbey in borders region of Scotland

Jedburgh

Newcastle-upon-Tyne showing a river or creek, modern architecture and a bridge

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Allerwash Common Allerwash Common near Newbrough, looking over towards Fell Cottage.

Haydon Bridge

The River North Tyne south of Wark Bridge
Photo by Mike Quinn (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Wark

Frequently asked questions

Is Hexham worth visiting?
Known for its adventure sports and walking trails, finding fun things to do in Hexham is simple. Remember to add Old Gaol to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Hexham?
Old Gaol and Aydon Castle are two great places to start your getaway adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and shopping options in Hexham while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hexham?
Old Gaol is one of the top tourist attractions in Hexham and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Hexham?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off the leading city attractions, like Old Gaol, Aydon Castle and Hexham Abbey. The average stay in Hexham is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your escape, Newcastle-upon-Tyne isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Hexham with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or playful teenagers, an itinerary filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Hexham with kids.

What to do in Hexham for adults?
De Vere Slaley Hall Spa and Derwent Reservoir are just a couple of the things to do in Hexham. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Hexham?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Hexham. If you need inspiration, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Hexham Abbey is a must for anyone planning to save on their travel adventures.