Food & Drink

The Victorian Tap

A traditional real ale pub at the heart of Hexham, formerly the Tap & Spile. Six cask ale handpulls, a classic L-shaped tap room, and guest rooms upstairs.

Battle Hill, Hexham NE46 1BH Visit website

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