Wark

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Photo "Wark" by Oliver Dixon (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

Photo "Wark" by Peter McDermott (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

Photo "Wark" by Brian Norman (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

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There has been a church on the site in Hexham, England, for over 1300 years since Etheldreda, Queen of Northumbria made a grant of lands to Wilfrid, Bishop of York. Of Wilfrid's Benedictine abbey, which was constructed almost entirely of material salvaged from nearby Roman ruins. The Abbey was built up during the 12th Century into its current form, with additions around the turn of the 20th Century.

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Hexham Abbey

Find out about the history of Hexham with a stop at Hexham Abbey. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

The granary.

The floor was raised on posts to allow air to circulate and for dogs to be let loose to keep down rats.

Housesteads Roman Fort

You can find out about the history of Hexham with a visit to Housesteads Roman Fort. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Crag Lough

Explore the great outdoors at Crag Lough, a lovely green space in Hexham. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

Kielder Observatory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kielder Observatory during your travels in Hexham. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Kielder Water and Forest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kielder Water and Forest Park, a lovely green space in Hexham. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

Vindolanda

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Vindolanda during your travels in Hexham. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars.

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