Hexham

Hexham

Hexham is a historic Northumberland market town on the River Tyne, home to a 7th-century abbey and England's first purpose-built prison, and a handy base for exploring Hadrian's Wall.

Coach tours
1
From
ÂŁ519
Next departure
24 May 2027
Duration
5 days
Operator
Shearings

Trade the stress of driving for a bit of daydreaming and let us handle the journey to Hexham for you. This charming market town is nestled in the Tyne Valley, just 25 miles west of Newcastle, where honey-coloured stone buildings and cobbled streets wrap around a lively market square. Sitting right on the banks of the River Tyne, Hexham manages to pack over 1,300 years of history into a lovely, walkable centre.

It’s the perfect spot to simply potter around at your own pace, coffee in hand, with all the best sights just a short stroll away. There is plenty to keep you busy, too. You could start at Hexham Abbey, founded way back in 674 AD, and venture down into its atmospheric Saxon crypt, built from stone left behind by the Romans. Nearby, Hexham Old Gaol holds the title of England's first purpose-built prison—you can even try the stocks if you're feeling brave. For something a little more relaxed, you can explore the Victorian Queen's Hall Arts Centre or enjoy a peaceful wander along the riverside at Tyne Green.

1 tour visiting Hexham

  1. Seahouses

    Historic Northumberland and Hadrian's Wall Country

    Operated by Shearings

    Visiting â€ș Seahouses, Durham, Hexham

    • Day 4 · Hexham Hadrian's Wall Country and Chesters Roman Fort We follow the route of Hadrian’s Wall, calling at the ancient market town of Hexham and visiting Chesters Roman Fort. Here, we learn more about what life was like on one of the Roman Empire’s most northern outposts and…
    • 5 days
    • Leaves 24 May 2027
    • 3 dates

    from £519

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When to go

Coach tours visiting Hexham, by departure month.

  1. Oct No tours
  2. Nov No tours
  3. Dec No tours
  4. Jan No tours
  5. Feb No tours
  6. Mar No tours
  7. Apr No tours
  8. May 1 tour from ÂŁ519
  9. Jun 1 tour from ÂŁ519

Hexham coach holidays: FAQs

How much does a coach holiday to Hexham cost?

Coach holidays visiting Hexham start from £519 per person. That's the lowest price across the 1 coach tour with upcoming departures; each tour's own dates and prices are listed above.

How long are coach holidays to Hexham?

The coach holidays visiting Hexham last 5 days, travel days included.

When do coach tours to Hexham depart?

Upcoming departures run from May 2027 to June 2027.

Which coach holiday companies go to Hexham?

Tours visiting Hexham are run by Shearings. You book directly with the operator.

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