With over 30 years of experience in the bus and coach industry, family run Farleigh Coaches offer high quality private vehicle hire, timetabled services and day excursions and holidays.

Hidden Gems of Northumbria

Discover the history, heritage and stunning scenery of Northumbria on this relaxing five-day break. Journey through the beautiful Pennines, enjoy a nostalgic ride on the South Tynedale Railway, explore the historic towns of Hexham and Morpeth, and visit the impressive Kielder Birds of Prey Centre. Highlights also include time in the magnificent cathedral city of Durham and a visit to the renowned Bowes Museum.

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Included:

4 nights half board
Tea/Coffee on arrival
Stanhope, Alston & Hexham
South Tynedale Railway
Visit to Morpeth (on Market Day)
Visit to Kielder Birds of Prey Centre
Visit to Durham
Bowes Museum

Day 1 - Monday:

We depart Kent and begin our journey to Northumbria.

Day 2 - Tuesday:

Travelling through the scenic Pennine countryside, we make a short stop in Stanhope before continuing through Weardale to Alston, where there is time for lunch. This afternoon, enjoy a delightful journey on the South Tynedale Railway through the beautiful South Tyne Valley. We then visit the historic market town of Hexham, with time to explore and see the magnificent Hexham Abbey, before returning to the hotel.

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Day 3 - Wednesday:

We visit Morpeth on market day, with time to explore and enjoy lunch. Later, we continue to Kielder Water and visit the renowned Kielder Birds of Prey Centre, home to an impressive collection of owls, eagles, hawks and falcons.

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Day 4 - Thursday:

We visit the historic city of Durham, with free time to explore and enjoy lunch, before continuing to Barnard Castle and the magnificent The Bowes Museum, renowned for its outstanding collections and famous Silver Swan.

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Day 5 - Friday:

We depart after breakfast and make our way home.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Derwent Manor Hotel:

Set within 20 acres of beautiful countryside overlooking the Derwent Valley, Derwent Manor Hotel offers a warm welcome and a relaxing country house atmosphere. Combining traditional charm with modern comforts, the hotel features spacious bedrooms, comfortable lounges and excellent dining facilities. Guests can enjoy the indoor swimming pool, while a lift provides convenient access to guest accommodation and hotel facilities.

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Bridgewood Manor Hotel	Bridgewood Manor Hotel (Bus Stop Outside) Parking Available in Hotel Car Park - Chargeable
Brompton Farm Road	Brompton Farm Rd, Opp Harlech Close junc bus stop Bus stop by Tesco garage on Brompton Farm Road
Chatham Pembroke Court	Chatham Pembroke Court Flats Gala Bingo Go Outdoors heading toward Luton Arches
Chattenden Bus Stop	Main Road - by Jet Garage
Gillingham Watling Street	Gillingham Barnsole Road Junction Watling Street
Hoo Co-op	Hoo Co-op Bus Stop Main Road
Hoo Marina	Hoo Marina Bus Stop
Hoo, Fourwents Road	Hoo, Fourwents Road Bus Stop, Bells Lane On Side of Bowls Club, Opposite Car Park
Rainham Manor Farm	Manor Farm Beefeater Pub, on Maidstone Road
Rainham Mark, Caldew Av	Rainham Mark, Caldew Avenue Bus Stop
Rochester Train Station	Rochester Train Station - Bus Stop Outside On Corporation Street
Strood Passmores	Strood Passmores Bus Stop
Wainscott Co-op	Wainscott Co-op Hollywood Lane
Wainscott Hollywood Ln	Wainscott, Hollywood Lane, Cooling Road Bus Stop Bus stop before 2 mini roundabouts
Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop	Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop near shell garage and vets