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Northern England Town and Country Castle Tour

Begin your tour at Peckforton Castle in Cheshire, with easy access to the vibrant city of Manchester! Travel north through scenic countryside to arrive at Swinton Estate before heading north again to Langley Castle, near Newcastle!

The number of nights and the destinations shown here can be modified, or we can create custom tours from scratch. Let us know your requirements!
  • Tour Starts

    Peckforton, Cheshire
  • Tour Ends

    Hexham, Northumberland

This 4 night tour starts from £985 based on 2 people sharing. Prices will increase at peak times.

Tour Highlights

  • 2 nights at Peckforton Castle in a Classic Double Room.
  • 1 night at Swinton Estate in a Knights Room.
  • 1 night at Langley Castle in a Feature Castle Room.
  • Room upgrades are available on request.
  • Breakfast is included for each morning of your stay at each castle!
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Itinerary

Day 1-2 - Peckforton Castle

The first stop of your North of England adventure is Peckforton Castle. Peckforton Castle is set amidst 4000 acres of forest in Cheshire; this beautiful area of the UK is within easy reach of Liverpool and Manchester, each just one hour away.

Peckforton Castle is home to the Land Rover Experience; a fleet of vehicles is located within the grounds of the castle to give guests the opportunity to experience off-roading! If you prefer a more relaxing stay, enjoy afternoon tea in the castle. There is plenty to see within the local area; just a 5-minute drive away from Peckforton you will find Beeston Castle, a great day out for the whole family.

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Day 3 - Swinton Estate

After a three-hour drive through scenic countryside, you will arrive at the fabulous Swinton Estate.

Swinton Estate has so much to offer; you can choose from a myriad of fabulous experiences. A full range of outdoor and rural activities is available, such as shooting, fishing, or pony-trekking. You can hone your skills at the Cookery School, and explore the four-acre walled garden! Not to mention the Spa at Swinton, which includes a thermal suite, treatments, plus an 18-meter indoor pool. For outdoor enjoyment, the spa garden is equipped with a 10-meter natural pool, eco-friendly bathing in bio-filtered water, as well as an alfresco hot tub.

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Day 4 - Langley Castle

Just under 2 hours north of Swinton Estate lies the final stop of your tour - the magnificent Langley Castle.

Whether you wish to use the castle and its 10-acre woodland estate as a getaway from the bustling world outside its limits and enjoy its luxurious bedrooms and delectable dining offerings, or as a base to explore nearby landmarks such as the historic city of Newcastle and Hadrian’s Wall - the choice is yours!

Either way, this property acts as the perfect end to your journey - with the opportunity to make memories that truly last a lifetime!

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Things To Note

  • The itinerary is based on 2 people sharing a room (single supplements are available on request).
  • Rates will be higher at peak times, such as weekends and in high season (eg. summer months / festive periods and bank holidays). An accurate quotation will be provided to you at the time of enquiry.
  • The price shown is the base price based on standard room types with the board basis (eg. Bed and Breakfast / Dinner, Bed and Breakfast) clearly shown.
  • Room upgrades can be arranged at a supplement.
  • To tailor-make your tour, additional or reduced nights can be arranged and itineraries reversed. Ask for details from your Celtic Castles Sales Advisor.
  • All castle accommodation is subject to availability.
  • Transport is not included in the cost, therefore you would be required to make your own transportation arrangements.
  • Visitor attraction tickets are not included. Some visitor attractions are seasonal, therefore please check that these are open during your travel dates.
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