Hexham lies at the heart of an area known worldwide for having the best remaining sections of Hadrian's Wall, the largest
World Heritage Site in the whole of England. The opening of The Hadrian's Wall National Trail in recent years has created
a significant surge in visitors to the area, making Hexham a key place for tourists.
A market town, still relatively unspoilt by modern day life, Hexham has an interesting history. Until the days of
Elizabeth I, Hexham and its surrounding district enjoyed an individual county status - Hexamshire. Hexham Abbey in the
centre of the town dates back to the 14th century and has an original Saxon crypt. For the benefit of visitors there's
also the Border History Museum plus plenty of antique shops and good leisure facilities and for horse-racing fans Hexham
even has its own racecourse.
Other places of interest within easy reach of Hadrian's Wall:
Prudhoe - Housesteads - Vindolanda - Chesters - Wylam - Cherryburn
Self catering holiday cottages Hadrian's Wall
Hadrian's Wall region general information
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