Hexham, Northumberland, England

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Hexham is a market town on the southern part of Northumberland, England. Located to the south of the River Tyne, it has a population of 11,500 people (2012 estimate). Hexham serves as the administrative center for Tynedale district, although the largest town in the area is Prudhoe.

Guide to Hexham Hotels

Here's a list of hotels in Hexham that you can book online, with full description, star rating, address, location map, evaluation, and prices as offered by different booking sites. This helps you to make your room booking with the site that offers the best price.

Hexham, England
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More on Hexham

The history of Hexham began with its monastery, which was founded by Saint Wilfrid in AD 674. Its crypt was built using stones taken from Hadrian's Wall. In the 11th century Hexham Abbey was established.

Hexham began to make a name for itself as a center for the leather industry in the 19th century. It still manufactures leather for supply to the local saddle makers, boot makers and cobblers.

St Mary's Catholic Church, Hexham
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Visiting Hexham

If coming from London by car, you can reach Hexham by way of Newcastle upon Tyne. Take the M1 motorway to Newcastle upon Tyne, then continue on the A69 road heading west until you arrive in Hexham.

Places of Interest in Hexham

Hexham Abbey
The landmark building in Hexham, dating to c. 1170-1250.
Old Gaol
The first purpose-built jail in England, dating to 1330.

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