The elegant Longhirst Hall Classic is the perfect blend of business, adventure and tranquility Set in 75 acres of woodlands in Northumbria and just 2 miles from the A1 and 18 miles north of Newcastle. Originally a 19th Century mansion, now a meeting venue, Longhirst Hall is located near Morpeth, 18 miles north of Newcastle and only 2 miles from the A1. It is an ideal base for exploring the Northumbrian coastline and visiting Alnwick Castle, the setting for Hogwarts School in the magical Harry Potter films. Set in private grounds and woodland, it offers a host of leisure activities such as an 18 hole golf course and other sports facilities such as cricket, football, hockey and tennis plus a fitness room with sauna. There is a choice of dining options ranging from the formal Boyson Restaurant specialising in local Northumberland produce, cream tea in the fabulous Drawing Room to lounge service food in the bar. Longhirst Hall has 77 comfortable en suite bedrooms located in a modern extension block behind the old house, in quiet area away from the public areas and car parks. They are well equipped with satellite television and trouser press and some have lovely views over the surrounding grounds. The hotel also offers both smoking and non-smoking bedrooms. ..........