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Join us for this lovely tour exploring some gems of the northern borders, where rugged scenery and historic towns abound! We include a visit to the fascinating Bowes Museum and a guided tour of the city of Newcastle plus time to explore Alnwick and Hexham. The stylish Derwent Manor Hotel is in the stunning Derwent Valley and provides a superb base for our stay.

Your Holiday Package Includes:

3 nights dinner, bed & breakfast                                           

Luxury coach travel

Services of experienced tour driver

EXCURSIONS – entry to Bowes Museum & guided tour of Newcastle

Your Holiday Accommodation:

The **** BEST WESTERN DERWENT MANOR HOTEL is a comfortable and well-appointed hotel offering excellent hospitality within quality modern surroundings. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, tea making facilities, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, and Wi-Fi.  The hotel has a swimming pool, sauna, and gym.  There is a lift.

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Itineraries

Sunday

Date : October 27, 2024

Depart for Derwent Manor Hotel, Allensford

We travel to Barnard Castle and visit the Bowes Museum, home to a spectacular collection of art and sculpture all housed in a breath-taking French style chateau. There will also be free time to explore the town. Later we continue to the Derwent Manor Hotel, Allensford for 3 nights half board accommodation.

Monday

Date : October 28, 2024

Otterburn Mill & Alnwick

This morning we head to Otterburn Mill, a former heritage textile mill now retailing well known outdoor clothing and country wear brands. We continue via Rothley to historic Alnwick where you can explore the famous Barter Books and a whole host of independent shops and cafes. We return via the stunning Northumbrian coast.

Tuesday

Date : October 29, 2024

Newcastle

The city of Newcastle is our destination today, where we will be joined by a local guide, who will take us on a fascinating tour of the city with the remainder of the day free for shopping and sightseeing.

Wednesday

Date : October 30, 2024

Return home via Hexham

We depart for historic Hexham, with its medieval Abbey and quirky independent stores, and take time to view Hadrian’s Wall, before we travel home arriving into our local area late afternoon.

Supplements

Single supplement – £90.00

Deposit

£30.00 per person

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