Langley Magazine

www.langleycastle.com Spring / Summer 2010

WEDDINGS & EVENTS TRAVEL & TOURISM CULTURE & PEOPLE LIFESTYLE & LUXURY

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Built in 1350, during the reign of Edward III, the castle has retained its architectural integrity and is regarded as one of the few medieval fortified Castle Hotels in England.

Set in its own ten acre woodland estate, the Castle’s 7 feet thick walls provide a peaceful and tranquil refuge in which to escape from today’s hustle and bustle to a bygone age, making it perfect for weddings or for a special break.

The guest rooms are individual and unique all with private facilities, many with four-poster beds and feature bathrooms.Langley Castle provides a perfect venue for castle wedding receptions, private functions, exclusive use, exceptional dining or just a weekend getaway in Northumberland. The Castle hotel offers you an exclusive centre from which to explore Hadrian’s Wall, the Northumberland countryside and history. Langley Castle is no ordinary Hotel... It is an experience!

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The menu offers a variety of cuisines to please every palate with a modern English twist.

Local produce, seasonal fish and local game are all specialties with fine wines to compliment the innovative cuisine. You can earn points for every pound you spend in our restaurant and drawing room... read about our Loyalty Club on our website.

The attention to detail is second to none with attentive, but discreet service making a relaxing and intimate atmosphere that recaptures a bygone era. The sumptuous drawing room with blazing log fire, stained glass windows and rich furnishings respects the relaxing atmosphere of its surroundings and is the ideal place to unwind with a drink with family and friends.

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Enjoy a romantic candle lit dinner in the AA Two Rosette awarded Josephine’s Restaurant; it is an experience to savour, not just for that special occasion. The sumptuous drawing room with blazing log fire, stained glass windows and rich furnishings respects the relaxing atmosphere of its surroundings and is the ideal place to unwind with a drink. { }


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We regard each and every occasion as totally unique. No matter how large or small the event, we ensure the co-ordination and pre-cise attention to detail that is required to guarantee the success of any Castle Wedding reception, formal Dinner or special occasion.{ }

Here at Langley Castle we under-stand and appreciate the difficulties in planning and organising a Wed-ding Reception. We regard each and every occasion as totally unique and individual. No matter how large or small the event, we ensure the co-ordination and precise attention to detail that is required to guarantee the success of any Castle Wedding reception, formal Dinner or special occasion. With many years experience we can advise you on your choice of menus, wines and the planning of your special event.

Our standards of cuisine, wines and service are all of the highest order and combine to help create a unique atmosphere and recapture a bygone and oft forgotten era. We would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to visit Langley, to view our facilities first hand and to discuss your specific requirements in greater detail. Should you require further details or information please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated wedding team:

Anton Phillips, Elaine Robinson, Fiona Wealleans,Bob Rutherford and Gary Naylor.

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Now, it would be stating the obvious to say that people have been walking in Hadrian’s Wall Country for, oooh, well over 2,000 years or so.We feel we have to say something very important first. And that’s a word about our very own Countryside Code. { }

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‘Every Footstep Counts’ really does mean what it says. Almost every-where you tread is archeologically important; earthworks and masonry may be visible but equally well they may lie buried alongside the path. Obviously, don’t walk on the wall it-self – and please don’t walk in single file (like sheep!), but rather side-by-side. It all helps to preserve the site.Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail is the long-distance footpath that runs through the World Heritage Site. 84 miles of glorious walking through rugged moorland, rolling fields and dynamic urban landscape.

Circular walks and shorter trails have been devised to cater for all abilities and take in many of the great sites and sights along the way. See Walk-ing in Hadrian’s Wall Country, or download suggested walks and maps from the websites below. During the winter months, parts of the Trail (especially near the Wall itself) suffer from erosion. Walks that explore the countryside, cities or the forts and museums are encouraged as an alter-native during this time.

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Home to the Kings of Northumbria this magnificent coastal castle was completely restored in 1900. Collec-tions of china, porcelain, furniture, paintings, arms and armour. It is the home of the Armstrong family, and the building is all in use which maintains a welcoming lived-in atmosphere. A Royal Centre by AD547, the rocky outcrop has been occupied since the prehistoric period. The present fortress is the result of restoration and expansion over the centuries, a building of historic and general interest with the public tour passing through the museum room, grand kings hall, cross hall, armoury and the Victorian scullery. Live archaeology during July and August, complete with children's dig pit, a tea-room and gift shop.

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