The central sections of the wall remain in good condition and worth visiting. The forts of Chesters, Corbridge, and Housesteads offer good viewing, while the section of wall between Housesteads and Great Chesters is the most wildly evocative in terms of scenery taking in the stunning Northumberland countryside.
Matfen is a picture postcard village situated close to Hadrian's Wall. The village of Matfen has a gently flowing stream, village green and attractive stone dwellings. Matfen is an unspoilt Northumberland village which is an ideal base to explore Hadrian's Wall.
1. Matfen Hall Hotel & Golf Course (Maften/Hotels in Maften)
Matfen Hall is a magnificent privately owned country house hotel set in the beautiful Northumbrian countryside close to Hadrian s Wall yet only twelve miles from Newcastle upon Tyne England. Sir Hugh and Lady Blackett have carefully r...
