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Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

Northumberland
Rated 9.1 in 781 reviews

Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa is a distinguished country retreat nestled in the picturesque village of Matfen in Northumberland, United Kingdom. This historic estate, a quintessential example of Victorian architecture, provides visitors with a serene backdrop for relaxation and leisure. The hotel is enveloped by 300 acres of magnificent parkland, offering a true escape into the tranquility of the English countryside.

Guests at Matfen Hall Hotel can enjoy a range of recreational and wellness amenities. The facility features an acclaimed 27-hole golf course that tests the skills of golfers at all levels, set amidst stunning landscapes. For those seeking rejuvenation, the spa offers a comprehensive selection of treatments designed to invigorate the body and mind, complementing the sense of peace that permeates the grounds.

Within the hotel, elegant interiors reflect the rich history of the property while providing modern comforts and conveniences expected by contemporary travelers. Dining options at Matfen Hall enhance the stay experience, with a variety of culinary offerings that emphasize locally sourced ingredients. From sophisticated dinners to casual lunches, the restaurants cater to diverse palates, making dining a highlight of the stay.

The hotel’s location allows guests to explore the surrounding Northumberland countryside with ease. Nearby attractions such as Hadrian’s Wall and the charming market towns of the Tyne Valley offer ample opportunities for exploration. Whether unwinding in the tranquil surroundings or venturing out to discover local history and culture, Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa presents a comprehensive experience that leaves guests refreshed and inspired.

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Climate and Weather

January
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February
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Michelin Restaurants in Matfen and near Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

Church of the Holy Trinity, Matfen
Church of the Holy Trinity, Matfen
Church building in Matfen, Northumberland, England, UK
90m / 100yd
Hadrian's Wall
Hadrian's Wall
Defensive fortification in Roman Britain
3.1km / 1.9mi
Devil's Causeway
Devil's Causeway
Roman road that ran from Corbridge to Berwick-upon-Tweed
2.4km / 1.5mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church building in Matfen, Northumberland, England, UK
3km / 1.9mi
Dere Street
Dere Street
Roman road that ran from York to the Antonine Wall
4.9km / 3mi
Hunnum
Hunnum
Roman fort in Northumberland, England, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Halton Castle
Halton Castle
Grade I listed peel tower in Northumberland, England, UK
5.1km / 3.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Whittington, Northumberland, England, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Milecastle 22 (Portgate)
Milecastle 22 (Portgate)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall
5.1km / 3.2mi
Halton Church
Halton Church
Grade I listed church in Halton, Northumberland, England, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Church of St Bartholomew
Church of St Bartholomew
Church building in Kirkheaton, Northumberland, England, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Historic church in Stamfordham, Northumberland, England, UK
4.6km / 2.9mi
Aydon Castle
Aydon Castle
Fortified manor house near Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
6.1km / 3.8mi
Milecastle 24 (Wall Fell)
Milecastle 24 (Wall Fell)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi
Milecastle 23 (Stanley)
Milecastle 23 (Stanley)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland, England, UK
6.2km / 3.8mi
Chapel Of St Aidan
Chapel Of St Aidan
Chapel in Sandhoe, Northumberland, England, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Church of St James
Church of St James
Church building in Bywell, Northumberland, England, UK
6.5km / 4mi
Coria
Coria
Archaeological site in Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
8.3km / 5.1mi
Belsay Castle
Belsay Castle
Medieval castle ruins in Northumberland, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Belsay Hall
Belsay Hall
Grade I listed historic house museum in Belsay, Northumberland, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Beaufront Castle
Beaufront Castle
Grade I listed castle in Northumberland, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Corbridge Vicar's Pele
Corbridge Vicar's Pele
Grade I listed castle in Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
8.4km / 5.2mi
Church of St Giles
Church of St Giles
Church in Chollerton, Northumberland, England, UK
9.9km / 6.2mi
Church of St Oswald
Church of St Oswald
Church building in Heavenfield, Northumberland, England, UK
9.6km / 5.9mi
Milecastle 25 (Codlawhill)
Milecastle 25 (Codlawhill)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of the Holy Trinity
Church of the Holy Trinity
Church building in Stamfordham, Northumberland, England, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Vindobala
Ancient Roman fort at Northumberland, the fourth fort on Hadrian's Wall, after Segedunum (Wallsend), Pons Aelius (Newcastle) and Condercum (Benwell).
9.1km / 5.7mi
Church of Holy Saviour
Church of Holy Saviour
Church building in Ponteland, Northumberland, England, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Ovingham, Northumberland, England, UK
9.6km / 6mi
Corstopitum Visitor's Centre
Museum in Corbridge, England, UK
8.3km / 5.2mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
8.3km / 5.2mi
Corbridge Market Cross
Corbridge Market Cross
Market cross in Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
8.4km / 5.2mi
Hadrian's Wall
Hadrian's Wall
Defensive fortification in Roman Britain
11.9km / 7.4mi
Chesters Bridge
Chesters Bridge
Bridge in United Kingdom
11.7km / 7.3mi
Chesters Roman Fort
Chesters Roman Fort
Roman fort at Hadrian's Wall
11.9km / 7.4mi
Prudhoe Castle
Prudhoe Castle
Grade I listed castle in Prudhoe, Northumberland, England, UK
10.3km / 6.4mi
Bywell Castle
Bywell Castle
Grade I listed castle in Bywell, Northumberland, England, UK
10.1km / 6.3mi
Dilston Castle
Dilston Castle
Grade I listed tower house in Northumberland, England, UK
10km / 6.2mi
Cherryburn
Cherryburn
18th-century historic vernacular building in Mickley, Northumberland, England, UK
10km / 6.2mi
St Andrew's Church, Bywell
St Andrew's Church, Bywell
Grade I listed church in Bywell, Northumberland, England, UK
10.3km / 6.4mi
George Stephenson's Birthplace
George Stephenson's Birthplace
Historic house museum in Wylam, Northumberland, England, UK
11.7km / 7.2mi
Church of St Oswin
Church of St Oswin
Church building in Wylam, Northumberland, England, UK
10.8km / 6.7mi
Chesters Roman Fort and Clayton Museum
Chesters Roman Fort and Clayton Museum
Fort and museum complex in Hexham, England, UK
11.9km / 7.4mi
Chesters Roman Fort
Fort and museum complex in Hexham, England, UK
11.8km / 7.3mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church building in Humshaugh, Northumberland, England, UK
11km / 6.9mi

What to do in Matfen and near Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

Church of the Holy Trinity, Matfen
Church of the Holy Trinity, Matfen
Church building in Matfen, Northumberland, England, UK
90m / 100yd
Hadrian's Wall
Hadrian's Wall
Defensive fortification in Roman Britain
3.1km / 1.9mi
Devil's Causeway
Devil's Causeway
Roman road that ran from Corbridge to Berwick-upon-Tweed
2.4km / 1.5mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church building in Matfen, Northumberland, England, UK
3km / 1.9mi
Dere Street
Dere Street
Roman road that ran from York to the Antonine Wall
4.9km / 3mi
Hunnum
Hunnum
Roman fort in Northumberland, England, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Halton Castle
Halton Castle
Grade I listed peel tower in Northumberland, England, UK
5.1km / 3.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Whittington, Northumberland, England, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Milecastle 22 (Portgate)
Milecastle 22 (Portgate)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall
5.1km / 3.2mi
Halton Church
Halton Church
Grade I listed church in Halton, Northumberland, England, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Church of St Bartholomew
Church of St Bartholomew
Church building in Kirkheaton, Northumberland, England, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Historic church in Stamfordham, Northumberland, England, UK
4.6km / 2.9mi
Aydon Castle
Aydon Castle
Fortified manor house near Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
6.1km / 3.8mi
Milecastle 24 (Wall Fell)
Milecastle 24 (Wall Fell)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi
Milecastle 23 (Stanley)
Milecastle 23 (Stanley)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland, England, UK
6.2km / 3.8mi
Chapel Of St Aidan
Chapel Of St Aidan
Chapel in Sandhoe, Northumberland, England, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Church of St James
Church of St James
Church building in Bywell, Northumberland, England, UK
6.5km / 4mi
Coria
Coria
Archaeological site in Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
8.3km / 5.1mi
Belsay Castle
Belsay Castle
Medieval castle ruins in Northumberland, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Belsay Hall
Belsay Hall
Grade I listed historic house museum in Belsay, Northumberland, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Beaufront Castle
Beaufront Castle
Grade I listed castle in Northumberland, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Corbridge Vicar's Pele
Corbridge Vicar's Pele
Grade I listed castle in Corbridge, Northumberland, England, UK
8.4km / 5.2mi
Church of St Giles
Church of St Giles
Church in Chollerton, Northumberland, England, UK
9.9km / 6.2mi
Church of St Oswald
Church of St Oswald
Church building in Heavenfield, Northumberland, England, UK
9.6km / 5.9mi
Milecastle 25 (Codlawhill)
Milecastle 25 (Codlawhill)
Milecastle on Hadrian's Wall
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of the Holy Trinity
Church of the Holy Trinity
Church building in Stamfordham, Northumberland, England, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Vindobala
Ancient Roman fort at Northumberland, the fourth fort on Hadrian's Wall, after Segedunum (Wallsend), Pons Aelius (Newcastle) and Condercum (Benwell).
9.1km / 5.7mi
Church of Holy Saviour
Church of Holy Saviour
Church building in Ponteland, Northumberland, England, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Ovingham, Northumberland, England, UK
9.6km / 6mi
Corstopitum Visitor's Centre
Museum in Corbridge, England, UK
8.3km / 5.2mi

About Matfen

Matfen, a charming village in Northumberland, offers a mix of history, nature, and leisure activities. A notable highlight is Matfen Hall, a stunning 19th-century country house that serves as a hotel and golf course. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful grounds and gardens, which are ideal for a leisurely stroll.

For those interested in outdoor activities, the surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for walking and cycling. The scenic routes allow you to appreciate the natural beauty of the area, with views of rolling hills and lush landscapes.

Additionally, the village’s historic architecture adds to its charm. Exploring the local churches and traditional stone buildings can give insights into the region’s heritage.

If you have an interest in wildlife, nearby areas such as the Northumberland National Park offer rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. It’s a great place for birdwatching and enjoying the tranquility of nature.

For a taste of local culture, consider visiting during community events, which often showcase local crafts, food, and traditions. Engaging with the community can provide a deeper understanding of Matfen's character.

Overall, Matfen combines natural beauty with historical significance, making it a pleasant destination for those looking to explore a quieter side of Northumberland.




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