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Northumbrian Charm

Nestled in the northeast of England, exudes a unique charm shaped by centuries of history, rugged natural beauty and deeply rooted custom.

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Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

The Copthorne Hotel is located right on the quayside, overlooking the River Tyne in the heart of the city. All 156 spacious bedrooms are well-equipped with a satellite TV with on-demand movies, tea/coffee facilities, hair dryer, iron/ironing board and a trouser press. Each room also has a private bathroom and riverside views. The large, modern restaurant overlooks the river and is contemporary in style, whilst the bar has a sports-bar feel with comfortable seating. There is also an outside terrace that makes the most of the riverside location. The hotel also offers an on-site fitness room.

The hotel doesn’t have any rooms with walk in showers.

This hotel does have a lift.

Monday

A morning departure as we begin our journey north, we make a coffee stop en route as we head to the market town of Thirsk. With time to explore and grab a bite to eat, we rejoin the coach mid-afternoon to complete our journey to Newcastle.

Tuesday

This morning we drive north to the historic city of Durham, well known for its huge cathedral, sat overlooking the rest of the river and its beautiful cityscape. A must visit is Durham Cathedral with its great architecture and peaceful surroundings.

Wednesday

Today we enjoy a free day to explore Newcastle from our city centre hotel location. If you're looking for some retail therapy, make sure to visit Fenwick's where the famous Fenwick festive window display will be on show or perhaps visit one of the many museums, galleries and attractions that litter the city centre.

Thursday

Today's outing takes us north to visit the famous Beamish North of England Open Air Museum, capturing the spirit of the North East in the 1800's and 1900's. Attractions include a restored tram and replica bus rides, authentic town streets, a colliery village, go down the mine, an old fashioned sweet shop, a working farm, steam locomotives and much more. At this time of year, the museum is festively decorated so we can reimagine what Christmas was like in bygone eras.

Friday

Departing after breakfast we make a quick stop to admire the stunning sculpture by Antony Gormley, the Angel of the North with opportunities to stretch your legs and capture some photographs. We make a lunch stop at the Yorkshire market town of Northallerton before completing our journey back to Lincolnshire.

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