With a concierge service on hand to unpack your groceries and handmade country kitchens offering cosy charm and modern luxury in equal measure – our stable suites provide a peaceful space to rediscover the joy of cookery – whipping up something special before gathering around the table to tuck in together. But, we know that sometimes an evening out is called for, and in Northumberland you don’t need to wait for a special occasion to treat yourselves to fine dining.
With award-winning dining on your doorstep, you’re spoiled for choice. And as March brings Hexham Restaurant Week, it’s the perfect time to browse the best of the region and book your table.
Our award-winning neighbours
5 star luxury and award-winning dining is just minutes away at nearby Matfen Hall. Its premier destination, Emerald has recently become the only 3 AA Rosette restaurant in Northumberland, serving exquisite and seasonal 8 course Tasting Menus alongside an opulent atmosphere and views of rolling parkland.
Under the auspices of Head Chef, Eddie Saint and Head Pastry Chef, Laurens Le Gal, the menus are regularly refreshed – flowing and following the turn of the seasons to celebrate the very best in season produce, carefully and locally sourced from Northumberland’s forests, fields and coastlines.
Beginning with a glass of perfectly chilled Laurent-Perrier Heritage, each plate is exquisitely crafted, showcasing both skill and thoughtful flavour pairing to create 8 unforgettable moments. And, with its original oak panelling, richly decorated ceiling and ornately carved fireplace – Emerald serves the perfect setting for a very special evening. And with an optional chauffeur service, you can truly enjoy, indulge and relax before returning to your stable suite in style.
So, whether you’re celebrating a special anniversary, planning an intimate dinner for two or just looking forward to some luxury, slide into your best bib and tucker and enjoy an evening to savour.
Hexham Restaurant Week
From Monday the 3rd to Sunday the 9th of March, Tynedale’s vibrant dining scene goes under the spotlight for Hexham Restaurant Week.
During the event, participating restaurants will offer special fixed-price menus and exclusive offers to showcase their very best. And, from artisan cafes and family-friendly pubs to elegant restaurants and international cuisine, there’s something to suit every palate.
A short hop away, in the hamlet of Anick lies The Rat, an 18th century coaching in offering award-winning dining in a relaxed, countryside setting – the perfect spot for lunch or dinner, settle in its beer garden to take in chocolate box views of the Tyne Valley.
Bouchon Bistrot sits in the shadow of the Hexham’s famous abbey, a short stroll from its cobbled marketplace and serving up classic French dining, inspired by the flavours of the Loire Valley. And stay in Hexham to travel the world, with homemade tacos and churros at Little Mexico, the flavours of the Mediterranean at Stalida’s family-run taverna and authentic thali-style Asian tapas at Saathi. \
If you have the little ones with you, a trip to Brocksbushes pairs family fun with relaxed dining, get out into the country to pick your own seasonal fruit and work up an appetite in its play barn before sitting down to classic farm fare, from bangers and mash to sticky toffee pudding.
With over 2o restaurants and destinations to choose from, turn your March escape into a culinary adventure to sample the flavours of Northumberland before returning to relax in your 5 star stable suite.
