Ancient Britain
Overview
Founded with a dream of reuniting us with the great outdoors, Ancient Britain now seeks to expand on that dream, and reconnect us with the history of the people who lived in ancient Northumbria. A passionate and informed team offer a mix of guided walks along Hadrian's Wall, bushcraft classes and history lessons.
Location
The Bothy Cottage, North Bank, HAYDON BRIDGE, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE47 6LX
About the area
If it’s history you’re after, there’s heaps of it in Northumberland. On Hadrian’s Wall you can imagine scarlet-cloaked Roman legionaries keeping watch for painted Pictish warriors while cursing the English weather and dreaming of home.
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Nearby places to stay
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Holiday Park
Poplars Riverside Caravan Park
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"Quiet and peaceful Northumberland site with fine river views...."
Hotel
Langley Castle Hotel and Restaurant
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"Enjoy 21st-century hospitality in a 600-year-old castle...."
- Family rooms: 8
- WiFi available
- Lift available
Nearby places to stay
Poplars Riverside Caravan Park
Poplars Riverside is on the banks of the River Tyne, with salmon and trout fishing. Spend your day lazing by the river with the ducks or take a short walk into the village. Gateshead Me...
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Langley Castle Hotel and Restaurant
Langley is a magnificent 14th-century fortified castle, with its own chapel, set in 10 acres of parkland. There is an award-winning restaurant, a comfortable drawing room and a cosy bar...
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Langley Dam Glamping
Langley Dam Glamping offers waterside luxury right on the banks of a fourteen-acre fly-fishing lake. All cabins have their own private decking, firepit areas and outstanding views over ...
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Old Repeater Station
Old Repeater Station started life as one of several buildings used as repeater stations on the Newcastle to Carlisle railway line. Now converted into a bed and breakfast, it enjoys an e...
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Heathergate Country Park
Situated on the outskirts of the North Pennines and within 5 miles of the Northumberland National Park, Heathergate Boutique Holiday Park is in a great location. With easy access to Hex...
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Sycamore Cottage
Sycamore Cottage is a gorgeous former farm cottage which has been tastefully and beautifully restored by the current owners. With spectacular views and lots of history, there is a real ...
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Sycamore Cottage
Sycamore Cottage is a gorgeous former farm cottage which has been tastefully and beautifully restored by the current owners. With spectacular views and lots of history, there is a real ...
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Stay on the Hill
In the beautiful Northumberland Tyne Valley, Stay on the Hill comprises three different size self-catering properties within a tranquil, family-owned estate. A stone’s throw from Hadria...
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