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North East Spring Explorer & Beamish

NORTH EAST SPRING EXPLORER AND BEAMISH

Mon 15 March - Fri 19 March 2027: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Durham with Jones Holidays staying at the Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Hexham.

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NORTH EAST SPRING EXPLORER AND BEAMISH

 

15 – 19 March 2027

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £654

 

Staying in the beautiful Northumberland countryside, explore the North East’s key destinations including the city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, historic Durham, and the famous Beamish Living Museum of the North on this spring holiday

 

Holiday Highlights

· Explore the vibrant city of Newcastle, historic charm and modern culture

· Step back in time as you wander through the historic streets of Durham.

· Meet costumed characters and discover fascinating stories of the past at Beamish.

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Northumbria, arriving at our hotel, late afternoon. you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Beamish - ‘Living Museum of the North’

This morning we head to Beamish - ‘Living Museum of the North’ where we step back in time and see how people lived and worked in the late 19th and early 20th century. Staff in period dress add to the amazing atmosphere as they tell their story and guide you through living history. Browse through the schoolhouse, have a peek in the newsagents, or even buy freshly baked goods in the bakery! Take the tram to Pockerley Manor and see what farm life was like in the 1820s. After all this excitement, you can relax in the Sun Inn, a good old-fashioned pub, or visit the traditional tearoom.

 

DAY THREE – Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Today we have a leisurely morning in Newcastle-upon-Tyne with a chance to explore the city. As the hotel is right at the heart of the city, there is plenty to see and do including the famous shopping on Northumberland Street, the Discovery Museum, the Great North Museum, and several renowned bars and restaurants.

 

DAY FOUR – Durham

This morning we travel to the ancient and historic city of Durham. Acclaimed as a World Heritage Site, the city is dominated by the magnificent Norman Cathedral and Castle sitting high above the River Wear. You have the full day to explore the city and its sights. Wander around its cobbled marketplace and alleyways or discover more about its history with a visit to the Cathedral itself. Or perhaps enjoy some of the delicious food and drink offerings throughout the city!

 

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

Beamish – Living Museum of the North.

 

SLALEY HALL HOTEL, SPA & GOLF RESORT

Make yourself at home in Hexham, Northumberland. Nestled in the Northeast countryside, Slaley Hall, in Hexham’ has all the space and facilities you could need for a truly memorable break. Plus, a warm Northumbrian welcome.

 

All single rooms are double/twin for sole occupancy.

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

DAY ONE

We depart from your home and travel to Northumbria, arriving at our hotel, late afternoon. you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

D

DAY TWO

This morning we head to Beamish - 'Living Museum of the North' where we step back in time and see how people lived and worked in the late 19th and early 20th century. Staff in period dress add to the amazing atmosphere as they tell their story and guide you through living history. Browse through the schoolhouse, have a peek in the newsagents, or even buy freshly baked goods in the bakery! Take the tram to Pockerley Manor and see what farm life was like in the 1820s. After all this excitement, you can relax in the Sun Inn, a good old-fashioned pub, or visit the traditional tearoom.

B, D

DAY THREE

Today we have a leisurely morning in Newcastle-upon-Tyne with a chance to explore the city. As the hotel is right at the heart of the city, there is plenty to see and do including the famous shopping on Northumberland Street, the Discovery Museum, the Great North Museum, and several renowned bars and restaurants.

B, D

DAY FOUR

This morning we travel to the ancient and historic city of Durham. Acclaimed as a World Heritage Site, the city is dominated by the magnificent Norman Cathedral and Castle sitting high above the River Wear. You have the full day to explore the city and its sights. Wander around its cobbled marketplace and alleyways or discover more about its history with a visit to the Cathedral itself. Or perhaps enjoy some of the delicious food and drink offerings throughout the city!

B, D

DAY FIVE

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

B

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Beamish – Living Museum of the North.

 

SLALEY HALL HOTEL, SPA & GOLF RESORT

Make yourself at home in Hexham, Northumberland. Nestled in the Northeast countryside, Slaley Hall, in Hexham’ has all the space and facilities you could need for a truly memorable break. Plus, a warm Northumbrian welcome.

 

All single rooms are double/twin for sole occupancy.

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

 

General

Rooms

Accessibility

4 star

Tea/coffee making facilities

Lift

Bar

Television

 

Restaurant

Wifi

 

Lounge

 

 

Swimming pool

 

 



DAYS

TOUR DATE

DEPARTS

TERMS

SUPPLEMENT

5

15 -19 MAR 2027

MONDAY

£XXX

£XX SINGLE

JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE

£38

 

 

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).

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