Sightseeing
In Acomb
The Pant, or trough, dates back to the 18th century and the hydrant to the 19th century. Both are Grade II listed. The stone square structure has 3 stepped-back stages with a low pyramidal cap. There is a cast iron trough on the east, below a recess for removed spout. Adjacent hydrant on south has fluted shaft with lion mask and gadrooned domed top.
The “little man of Acomb” is a very rare style of Roman carving that sits in the grass verge, a few paces from the pant en route to the bridle path. It was probably made during the Roman occupation in the 2nd or 3rd century. The carving is likely of Hercules; he’s holding a club across his chest in one hand and a round object in the other that might be a purse or a dish.
The Pant, Acomb
2 Main StThe Pant, or trough, dates back to the 18th century and the hydrant to the 19th century. Both are Grade II listed. The stone square structure has 3 stepped-back stages with a low pyramidal cap. There is a cast iron trough on the east, below a recess for removed spout. Adjacent hydrant on south has fluted shaft with lion mask and gadrooned domed top.
The “little man of Acomb” is a very rare style of Roman carving that sits in the grass verge, a few paces from the pant en route to the bridle path. It was probably made during the Roman occupation in the 2nd or 3rd century. The carving is likely of Hercules; he’s holding a club across his chest in one hand and a round object in the other that might be a purse or a dish.
A lovely 15 minute walk from the Parlour. St John Lee Church is Grade II listed and dates back to the 10th century. The church is open to the public.
St John Lee Parish Church
A lovely 15 minute walk from the Parlour. St John Lee Church is Grade II listed and dates back to the 10th century. The church is open to the public.
For a lovely walk along the river, go down Main Street. Cross over the road and follow road past Acomb Industrial park (on left). Entrance to woods. There’s a map showing the circular route. Look out for the large tree carvings along the path. It will be muddy during rainy periods: walking boots recommended. Door-to-door approximately 3 miles.
Acomb, Waters Meet
For a lovely walk along the river, go down Main Street. Cross over the road and follow road past Acomb Industrial park (on left). Entrance to woods. There’s a map showing the circular route. Look out for the large tree carvings along the path. It will be muddy during rainy periods: walking boots recommended. Door-to-door approximately 3 miles.
In Hexham
A great little place to visit. The oldest jail in the U.K. Near the Moot Hall. Open Thursday - Saturday May to September and Friday - Saturday October- April. 10 am 4 pm.
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Hexham Old Gaol
HallgateA great little place to visit. The oldest jail in the U.K. Near the Moot Hall. Open Thursday - Saturday May to September and Friday - Saturday October- April. 10 am 4 pm.
A beautiful abbey, with original artefacts that date back to Roman times. Open to the public. Ask a docent to go down into the Crypt!
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Abbaye de Hexham
Beaumont StreetA beautiful abbey, with original artefacts that date back to Roman times. Open to the public. Ask a docent to go down into the Crypt!
The Hexham forum is housed in a beautifully restored Art Deco inspired building. It offers plush seating and a great little bar and cafe. Well worth a visit on a rainy day!
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The Forum Cinema Hexham
8-9 Market PlThe Hexham forum is housed in a beautifully restored Art Deco inspired building. It offers plush seating and a great little bar and cafe. Well worth a visit on a rainy day!
A lovely park with paths that follow the river Tyne. The best place to watch salmon jump is from the bridge. October and November are the best months. There’s a path that takes you all the way to Warden, stop off at the Boatside Inn for a cold pint. Tyne Green parkrun takes place each Saturday at 9 am.
Tyne Green Country Park
Tyne Green RoadA lovely park with paths that follow the river Tyne. The best place to watch salmon jump is from the bridge. October and November are the best months. There’s a path that takes you all the way to Warden, stop off at the Boatside Inn for a cold pint. Tyne Green parkrun takes place each Saturday at 9 am.
In the Local Area
Famous for its carpets of bluebells in the spring, Allen Banks is a great place to spend a few hours walking in the woods & immersing yourself in nature. This is a National Trust site, free parking for members.
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Allen Banks and Staward Gorge
Famous for its carpets of bluebells in the spring, Allen Banks is a great place to spend a few hours walking in the woods & immersing yourself in nature. This is a National Trust site, free parking for members.
Aydon Castle, an English Heritage property, is open April to October. There’s a walled orchard where you sit and enjoy the sunshine (and an ice cream from the gift shop) or enjoy a freshly picked apple in the autumn. Lots of lovely walks from the castle too.
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Aydon Castle
Off Aydon RoadAydon Castle, an English Heritage property, is open April to October. There’s a walled orchard where you sit and enjoy the sunshine (and an ice cream from the gift shop) or enjoy a freshly picked apple in the autumn. Lots of lovely walks from the castle too.
— Alexander Adventures offers a variety of water adventures from paddle boarding and canoeing to mega SUP. Only 10 minutes from the Parlour near the George hotel on North Tyne at Chollerford. Use code HEX10 for 10% off. See their website for all the sessions! Or call 0191 903 9936.
— If you enjoy wild water swimming, Chollerford is a popular place to take a dip. Park at the George, walk along the bridge, you’ll find steps down to the riverside path. Find a swimming spot!
Chollerford
— Alexander Adventures offers a variety of water adventures from paddle boarding and canoeing to mega SUP. Only 10 minutes from the Parlour near the George hotel on North Tyne at Chollerford. Use code HEX10 for 10% off. See their website for all the sessions! Or call 0191 903 9936.
— If you enjoy wild water swimming, Chollerford is a popular place to take a dip. Park at the George, walk along the bridge, you’ll find steps down to the riverside path. Find a swimming spot!
Park for free at the Lambley Viaduct South Tyne Trail Car Park (NE49 0QU). You can make your walk as long or short as you like. It’s not far to the viaduct, you can also take in former POW camp, Alston railway line and Featherstone Castle (depending on your route).
Lambley Viaduct
Lambley ViaductPark for free at the Lambley Viaduct South Tyne Trail Car Park (NE49 0QU). You can make your walk as long or short as you like. It’s not far to the viaduct, you can also take in former POW camp, Alston railway line and Featherstone Castle (depending on your route).
Ville romaine de Corbridge - Mur d'Hadrien
Corchester LaneAn English heritage site, Chesters Roman Fort is famous for its Roman cavalry fort, the most well preserved in Britain, as well as great examples of baths and steam room, and the officers' quarters. It’s located close to the river Tyne where you can find ruins of collapsed Roman Bridge. Some people wild swim here.
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Fort romain et musée de Chesters - Mur d'Hadrien
B6318An English heritage site, Chesters Roman Fort is famous for its Roman cavalry fort, the most well preserved in Britain, as well as great examples of baths and steam room, and the officers' quarters. It’s located close to the river Tyne where you can find ruins of collapsed Roman Bridge. Some people wild swim here.
This is a great Roman site with spectacular views and the best examples of Roman toilets.
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Fort romain de Housesteads - Mur d'Hadrien
This is a great Roman site with spectacular views and the best examples of Roman toilets.
The Sill is a great starting point for exploring Hadrian’s Wall. There’s a tourist information Center, interactive educational display, Shop & cafe. Request a map for a variety of walking routes. From here you can join the Wall, visit the iconic Sycamore Gap and enjoy amazing views. Twice Brewed Inn is also a 5-minute walk.
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The Sill: Centre national de découverte du paysage
The Sill is a great starting point for exploring Hadrian’s Wall. There’s a tourist information Center, interactive educational display, Shop & cafe. Request a map for a variety of walking routes. From here you can join the Wall, visit the iconic Sycamore Gap and enjoy amazing views. Twice Brewed Inn is also a 5-minute walk.
One of the best places to visit if you’re interested in Hadrian’s Wall. Lots to see, including different parts of the wall and forts, and includes two museums, active excavations, as well as reconstructions, giving the visitor a real sense of what life was like in Roman times. There’s also a cafe and shop.
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Musée et restaurant de Vindolanda
One of the best places to visit if you’re interested in Hadrian’s Wall. Lots to see, including different parts of the wall and forts, and includes two museums, active excavations, as well as reconstructions, giving the visitor a real sense of what life was like in Roman times. There’s also a cafe and shop.