Five-star feeling
North East England’s five-star rural retreats are distinctive, matchless and unforgettable.
Recently-opened Rockliffe Hall, a stunning, restored hall, boasts the largest new spa complex in the UK at 50,000 square feet, and a 20-metre swimming pool. There’s a 7,800-yard golf course – one of the longest in Europe – and the hotel has 67 luxury bedrooms and banqueting facilities for up to 250 guests. Dining is an unforgettable experience with exquisite food from Michelin-starred celebrity TV chef, Kenny Atkinson.
Durham’s Seaham Hall and The Serenity Spa, another five-star gem, is famed for fine dining and boasts four conference spaces, the largest of which can hold up to 120 delegates, theatre style.
Trusted brands to tempt business
Our blend of breath-taking landscape and the reassurance of big-brand names ensures the region can boast an enviable track record of hosting VIP gatherings, board meetings and corporate awaydays.
De Vere Slaley Hall’s 1,000 acres and two golf courses, Barceló Redworth Hall Hotel’s Jacobean charm, Hand Picked Crathorne Hall’s grand and stately welcome, Macdonald Linden Hall’s award-winning dining, spa and golf course, and Macdonald Gisborough Hall Hotel’s extravagant Victorian comfort close to the North Yorkshire Moors, illustrate North East England’s magnificent range, depth and breadth of exceptional venues.
They combine to provide a regional offer promising seamless business support and the very highest standards, allowing complete peace of mind for conference organisers. Businesses can be safe in the knowledge that they will discover an environment conducive to creative thinking where they can focus on key objectives and challenges.
Independent & unique
Stunning individuality and superb customer service hallmark the very best independent hotels throughout the region.
The captivating opulence of a multi-award-winning hotel such as Matfen Hall in Northumberland creates an exceptionally high standard complemented by outstanding venues like Close House Hotel, with its exquisite rooms and delicious food, and the rural jewel of Hardwick Hall Hotel nestled in Durham. Dating back to 1881, Judges Country House Hotel is an ex circuit judges residency and offers a grand setting with Victorian charm.
Collectively North East England’s independent rural gems exceed both delegates’ and planners’ expectations, leaving a lasting impression that endures after the event. These venues all offer a range of exciting pursuits and original activities to stand out from the crowd, such as Longhirst’s tennis and outdoor activities and Ramside Hall’s famed 27-hole golf course.
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