Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort (1)

Known as the “Augusta of the North,” Slaley Hall sits just outside Hexham in quiet Northumberland countryside, within easy reach of Newcastle, and is built around two contrasting championship courses: the Hunting Course and the Priestman Course. The Hunting Course is the headline act, long, tree-lined and demanding, having hosted multiple European Tour events, with generous fairways in places but punishing misses and quick, well-protected greens. The Priestman Course is shorter and more forgiving, ideal for a second round or mixed-ability groups. Accommodation is comfortable and practical, the clubhouse is central to the resort, and the spa is a popular bonus for non-golfers or post-round recovery, with both relaxed bars and more formal restaurants. Hadrian’s Wall is nearby and Northumberland National Park a short drive away.