Discover Matfen Hall – a 5-star historic estate blending luxury, fine dining & Northumbrian adventures
Tucked away in 300 acres of private parkland, the estate offers unparalleled peace and AA 5-star service with world heritage sites and wild adventures just minutes away.
A 5 star escape
Thoughtfully restored to illuminate its original grandeur, the historic Grade II listed hall is a world away from the everyday; a place to dine, golf, relax and reconnect with loved ones in unequalled comfort and splendour.
Arriving by private chauffeur, guests are immersed in elegance from the moment they enter The Great Hall, bathed in jewelled light from its original stained-glass window.
With spectacular views of the parkland estate, the hotel’s 63 rooms and suites are individually decorated and luxuriously appointed to provide a haven of calm, unhurried luxury.
When the sun sets, cocktail hour in the wood-panelled glamour of 1832 bar beckons, before choosing from a range of characterful dining destinations.
Set in the hall’s original courtyard and with a luminous glass ceiling, Cloisters serves a magical atmosphere and table d’hote menus beneath wild Northumbrian skies.
Originally commissioned for Buckingham Palace, the grand fireplace of the Drawing Room offers an opulent setting for Afternoon Tea, where exquisite patisserie is accompanied by champagne and a live harpist.
And, the jewel in the crown is Emerald - Northumberland’s only 3 AA Rosette restaurant. Greeted by a crackling fire, heritage panelling and magnificent estate views, guests sit down to warm grandeur and award-winning fine dining. Using the finest, carefully sourced ingredients, 8-course Tasting Menus are crafted to flow with the seasons and celebrate the best of Northumberland alongside pairing from the estate’s own charismatic wine cellar.
A place to unwind and enjoy
Harmonious and serene, The Retreat is a true sanctuary. With complimentary access to its sunlit pool and thermal suites, guests can refresh their senses or choose from a menu of blissful Germaine De Capuccini spa rituals.
Outside, golfers share their round with native wildlife on scenic parkland courses, offering top-rated play, sculpted to follow the history and natural flow of the landscape.
And, nestled in the grounds, The Keepers parkland lodge is a real game-changer. Golfers step straight from the green to sharpen their swing in The Golf Lab, home to the region’s first Foresight Hawk Golf Simulator and a PGA pro teaching studio with laser-guided putting green.
And with a sun terrace, panoramic balcony and outdoor kitchen, The Keepers restaurant is an oasis of natural light, serving up breathtaking views with relaxed, contemporary dining.
The jewel in Northumberland’s crown
With UNESCO world-heritage site, Hadrian’s Wall just minutes away, Matfen Hall is a calm and luxurious haven to experience the best of Northumberland’s rolling landscapes and wild history.
Guests can take bespoke chauffeured tours to explore the region’s icons, including the set of Hogwarts at Alnwick Castle and Kielder Observatory, home to the International Dark Sky Park and unforgettable stargazing.
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