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Things to see in Hexham (United Kingdom): 33 places and when to go
Hexham is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 33 places in and around it, mainly History (18), Hiking (6), Museums and art (4). The best known are Vindolanda, Housesteads Roman Fort and Aydon Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 56. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.0024, -2.298
- Places
- 33 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (18) · Hiking (6) · Museums and art (4) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 125 km as the crow flies
What to see in Hexham
The places in and around Hexham, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- VindolandaRoman fort and archaeological site on Stanegate, England4.3 km
- Housesteads Roman FortRoman fort in Northumberland, England, UK2.4 km
- Aydon CastleFortified manor house near Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK19 km
- CarrawburghRoman fort in Northumberland, England, UK6.1 km
- CilurnumRoman fort at Hadrian's Wall10 km
- Pennine WayLong distance footpath in England9.0 km
- Chesters BridgeBridge in United Kingdom11 km
- Hexham AbbeyGrade I listed place of Christian worship in Hexham, Northumberland, England, UK13 km
- Langley CastleGrade I listed castle in Langley, Northumberland, England, UK5.7 km
- MagnisRoman fort (castrum) on Stanegate in northern Britain15 km
- Bellister CastleCastellated 19th-century mansion house in Featherstone, Northumberland, England, UK12 km
- Chipchase CastleCountry house in Chollerton, Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- AesicaRoman fort, archaeological site in Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- Blenkinsopp CastleCastle in Northumberland, England, UK15 km
- Hadrian's Wall PathLong-distance footpath in the north of England6.1 km
- Chollerford BridgeGrade II listed bridge in Humshaugh, Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- Hexham Old GaolFormer prison in Hexham, Northumberland, England, UK13 km
- Constantius BridgeBridge in United Kingdom11 km
- PlanetreesSection of Hadrian's Wall in north England12 km
- mithraeum at CarrawburghMithraeum adjacent to the Roman fort at Carrawburgh, in Northumberland, England, UK6.0 km
- The GoatstonesStone circle near Ravensheugh Crags in Northumberland, England, UK7.4 km
- Anchor HotelHotel in Haydon Bridge, Haydon, Northumberland, England, UK4.7 km
- Museum of Classic Sci-FiHouse in Allendale, Northumberland, England, UK12 km
- Church of St Cuthbert, BellinghamChurch in Bellingham, Northumberland, England, UK16 km
And the other 9, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Allendale Brewery, Twice Brewed Brew House
- Hiking: Carrshield Camping Barn, European long distance path Limes, European walking route E2 west, UK, North East England, Haughtongreen
- With kids: Kielder Observatory
- Museums and art: Mr Georges Museum of Time, Chesterholm Museum - Vindolanda
When to go to Hexham
The best time to visit Hexham is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:30
- FebPossible9:22
- MarPossible11:28
- AprBest time13:50
- MayBest time15:53
- JunBest time17:04
- JulBest time16:34
- AugBest time14:44
- SepBest time12:25
- OctPossible10:08
- NovBetter not8:02
- DecPossible6:56
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 56. In April, 33 of the 33 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Hexham
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 125 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Consett20 places24 km
- Belsay8 places29 km
- Carlisle56 places43 km
- Newcastle upon Tyne98 places44 km
- Morpeth30 places47 km
- Langholm16 places47 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Hexham?
The best known: Vindolanda, Housesteads Roman Fort, Aydon Castle, Carrawburgh, Cilurnum. In all, 33 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Hexham?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 56.
How do you get to Hexham?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 125 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Hexham as the destination and these 33 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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