History & Heritage of the Northeast

HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF THE NORTH EAST 

 

19 – 23 October 2026

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £689

 

Discover the charm, heritage, and scenic beauty of Northumberland and County Durham on this delightful break to England’s North East blending fascinating history with classic market-town warmth and coastal allure.

 

Holiday Highlights

Hexham – Market Day   |   Slaley Hall   |   North East Land Sea and Air Museums   |   South Shields   |   Ushaw: House, Chapel & Gardens   |   Durham  

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Durham arriving late afternoon you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Hexham and Cream Tea at Slaley Hall Hotel

This morning we head to the charming town of Hexham, with its historic Abbey. Today is market day! Enjoy the morning exploring and browsing the market stalls at leisure. For those history lovers, why not visit Hexham Old Goal or the Queens Hall Arts Centre.

 

This afternoon we venture to the luxurious Slaley Hall Hotel, here we enjoy a delightful cream tea at this Edwardian Mansion House before returning to the hotel.

 

DAY THREE – North East Land Sea and Air Museums and South Shields

This morning we travel to the former RAF Usworth and Sunderland airport site, now known as the Northeast Land Sea and Air Museums. We head back in time at this volunteer ran site to learn all about its collection of military vehicles including a cold war Avro Vulcan B2 Bomber.

 

Following our morning visit we head for South Shields, home of the late Catherine Cookson. Here we have free time to obtain lunch and enjoy this seaside town with its beautiful coastline and towering cliffs.

 

DAY FOUR – Ushaw and Durham

This morning we travel to Ushaw, ‘A place where wonder, curiosity and amazement collide’. Here we enjoy entrance to the house, chapels, gardens, café and exhibitions. Ushaw opened in 1808 as a Catholic college but later opened to the public in 2014 as a visitor attraction. Ushaw is rich in art, heritage and architecture – during the visit we can learn all about its history and collections of important artefacts. 

 

This afternoon we travel to the ancient and historic City of Durham, acclaimed as a World Heritage Site and dominated by the magnificent Norman Cathedral and Castle, high above the River Wear. We have time to explore at leisure.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival

Cream Tea at Slaley Hall

North East Land Sea and Air Museums

Ushaw: House, Chapel & Gardens.

 

DERWENT MANOR HOTEL, DURHAM

The Derwent Manor boutique hotel is set in 20 acres of land overlooking the stunning Derwent Valley. From the bar and restaurant areas to the bedrooms, the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior and you’re assured of the warmest of welcomes. Bedrooms are ensuite and equipped with television and tea/coffee making facilities. Hotel facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and fitness centre. The hotel has a lift.

 

Single rooms are double/twin for sole occupancy.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival

Cream Tea at Slaley Hall

North East Land Sea and Air Museums

Ushaw: House, Chapel & Gardens.

 

DERWENT MANOR HOTEL, DURHAM

The Derwent Manor boutique hotel is set in 20 acres of land overlooking the stunning Derwent Valley. From the bar and restaurant areas to the bedrooms, the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior and you’re assured of the warmest of welcomes. Bedrooms are ensuite and equipped with television and tea/coffee making facilities. Hotel facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and fitness centre. The hotel has a lift.

 

Single rooms are double/twin for sole occupancy.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Wi-Fi
Lounge	Hairdryer
Swimming Pool
Gym

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	19 – 23 OCT 2026	MONDAY	£689	£160 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£36

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

The Derwent Manor, Durham