Voted Large Hotel of the Year 2005 in the North East England Tourism Awards and originally built in the 1830's by Sir Edward Blackett, Matfen Hall has been extensively restored into a magnificent country house hotel.

Located close to Hadrian's Wall and only 25 minutes from Newcastle city centre and 15 minutes from Newcastle International Airport, Matfen Hall's charm and character are evident throughout the 53 luxurious bedrooms, award winning restaurant, dedicated conference suites and the acclaimed Spa & Leisure Club. Also, the English Tourism Council awarded Matfen Hall "Small Hotel of the Year 2002", so we can proudly claim to offer the finest accommodation and hotel facilities of any Country House Hotel in Northumberland, indeed the whole country.

Matfen Hall is a magnificent, privately owned, country house hotel set in the beautiful countryside in Northumberland close to Hadrian's Wall, yet only twelve miles from Newcastle upon Tyne.. Sir Hugh and Lady Blackett have carefully restored their family seat into one of the North East's leading venues for weddings, conferences, golf and leisure breaks.

Each of Matfen Hall's 53 bedrooms have their own charm and character combining modern facilities with traditional opulence. All rooms are en-suite, with satellite TV, direct dial telephone and all the amenities you would expect. Our Premier and Executive rooms are particularly spacious with seating areas and luxurious bathrooms. Four Poster bedrooms are also available for that extra special occasion.