Golfing Tours in Hexham & Bellingham Hexham Set in the glorious Tyne valley only 20 miles from metropolitan and cosmopolitan Newcastle upon Tyne, the market town of Hexham has developed a sophisticated and vibrant atmosphere over the many years since Saint Wilfred first built the magnificent Abbey, which still dominates the town, in 687A.D. Only four miles from the world heritage site of Hadrian’ Wall, Hexham is an ideal base to explore exceptional parkland golf courses and marvel at its ancient culture. The Hotels The Beaumont The Beaumont Hotel is situated in the heart of the town with its own car park. A member of the Best Western Group of private Hotels, this heaven rightly deserves its three star status. The resident owners Martin and Linda Owen, self-confessed, “golf freaks”, meticulously manage their hotel for the comfort of their guests, in whom they take a personal interest. Lifts to all floors as well as a night porter add to the first class dining and accommodation experience. The Choice of Courses Hexham Founded in 1892 and laid out by the legendry Harry Vardon, the Georgian grade one listed club house beams with pride over this challenging parkland course which frequently hosts both County and regional events – such is its character. Set on the south bank of the river Tyne the rolling fairways and venerable old trees make this course a memorable golfing experience. Brampton A 35-minute drive along the sylvan South Tyne Valley brings the golfer a real treat – Brampton Golf Course. Set in the undulating heath land of North Cumbria this James Braid classic offers challenging golf over 6407 yards with unspoilt panoramic views over to the Lake District and Southern Scotland. Often described as a “mini Gleneagles” this is another course to add to your favourites list. Slaley Hall Slaley Hall will need no further introduction to the golfer, having hosted PGA European events the Hunting course designed by Dave Thomas with its daunting “sleeping giant” the 452 yard 9 th hole played over water and through an avenue of huge pine trees remains a must play course. The addition of the Neil Coles designed “Priestman” course on the western side of the estate offers both stimulating golf and panoramic views over the Tynedale valley. As you may expect the service offered at this venue is impeccable at this five star complex. Matfen Hall A most impressive golfing location set in the heart of rural Northumberland, this course snuggles round the former seat of the Blackett family of Matfen Hall. The now luxury Hotel and spa are perfectly complemented by this 6600-yard precious parkland examination of accuracy and temperament. Bellingham Set deep in the “Debatable Lands” of the former “border reivers”the now tranquil village of Bellingham, unwearied by its age and history. Situated in the North Tyne valley on the edge of the Keilder Water national park the countryside is so inviting that you may be tempted to walk without the inconvience of a club or ball! The Hotels The Riverdale “The Riverdale” Hotel is everyone’s dream of a country Hotel. Set on the banks of the trout and salmon infested North Tyne river it even has its own cricket pitch, so if you are a party of eleven ----! The indoor swimming pool is an added bonus for a quick ten lengths before breakfast. Lovingly tended by its resident owners John and his fragrant Danish born wife, Iban this hotel offers a unique blend of yesterday and tomorrow. The excellent locally sourced menu is partnered with a wine list of depth, all to be enjoyed before retiring to the full amenities of a first class equipped bedroom. This is one hotel you will not enjoy leaving. The Choice of Courses Bellingham Set in the park and heath land a heady blend of holes await, four par fours start the round but with teasing par threes and a great finishing 18 th mean you may play every club in your bag. A six bay-floodlit driving range is available to tweak your swing before the round or mend bad habits after. Slaley. Hunting and Priestman. Matfen Hall and Hexham. |