Matfen Hall

Matfen Hall frequently asked questions

Who owns Matfen Hall?

Matfen Hall is owned by The Walwick Estate Group, which is run by Director and Chairman, David George Harrison. The hotel was bought from the Blackett family who had previously owned the property since the 1830s.

How do you get to Matfen Hall?

Matfen Hall is a five-star hotel on a beautiful country estate in Northumberland. It sits on 300 acres of parkland and is a spectacular destination for any spa experience. If you are driving there is free on-site parking as well as electric charging points available. The closest train station is Newcastle Train Station which is a three-minute drive to the hotel. The closest airport is Newcastle International Airport which is a 20-minute drive away. Airport transfers are available by contacting the Guest Relations team. There is also a helipad available at the hotel. Please note the helipad is only available for daylight landing and the hotel requires guests to contact before arrival to book a landing slot.

What is included in a spa day at Matfen Hall?

What is included in a spa day at Matfen Hall depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include a fitness area, 15-metre swimming pool, Jacuzzi, aromatherapy room, steam room, sauna, ice-cold bucket showers, monsoon showers, and an ice fountain. There are five treatment rooms where they offer an exquisite collection of face and body treatments harnessing the healing and pampering powers of Rituals, Germaine de Capuccini and Natura Bisse product lines.

What is near Matfen Hall?

Situated on 300 acres of parkland, Matfen Hall has everything covered for all your spa needs. If you do wish to explore there is plenty to do. Nearby attractions include:

• The hotel provides chauffeur escorted tours and wine tasting experiences
• Chesters Roman Fort
• Vindolanda
• Hadrian's Wall
• Aydon Castle
• Kielder Observatory
• 30-minutes to Newcastle Upon Tyne

When was Matfen Hall built?

Matfen Hall is a five-star hotel which was built between 1832 and 1836. It was commissioned by Sir Edward Blackett, the sixth Baronet of Newcastle and designed by renowned architect Thomas Rickman. In 2020 the property was sold to the Walwick Estate Group who spent millions of pounds on refurbishment including the restoring the Grand Hall, creating a new bar and improving the spa and wellness facilities.

What amenities does Matfen Hall have?

Matfen Hall is a five-star hotel nestled on the coast of East Sussex. It has 65 rooms to choose from, and the dining experience includes the hotel's restaurants which are a literal feast for the senses, with sophisticated, seasonal menus served in the Emerald Restaurant, Northumberland's only triple AA Rosette-awarded restaurant. Cloisters Restaurant provides delicious grill and seafood options. The Keppers, which is set in the parkland grounds, offers stone-baked pizza and steaks fresh from the grill. For a quintessentially British indulgence, traditional afternoon tea is served in The Drawing Room accompanied by your choice of hot drinks or Laurent-Perrier Champagne. The Vault Bar is one of the hotel's dedicated events surrounded by the distinctive architecture.

The hotel also features an impressive golf course. Rated as some of the leading golf facilities in the North East of England, guests can enjoy the 27-hole championship course.

Spa facilities include a fitness area, 15-metre swimming pool, Jacuzzi, aromatherapy room, steam room, sauna, ice-cold bucket showers, monsoon showers, and an ice fountain. There are five treatment rooms where they offer an exquisite collection of face and body treatments harnessing the healing and pampering powers of Rituals, Germaine de Capuccini and Natura Bisse product lines. Accessible facilities include:

• Disabled access bedrooms accessible on the ground floor or via lift
• Disabled access bedrooms have bathrooms with a walk-in shower
• Accessible bathrooms and changing facilities available
• All restaurants and lounge areas have significant space for disabled access
• The hotel entrance and route around the interior are fully accessible
• The spa is ground-floor accessible by wheelchair with a lift to the accessible treatment room
• All golf and restaurant facilities at The Keepers are ground-floor with ramp access
• Assistant dogs are welcome
• The hotel asks that guests speak to the reservations team of any accessible requirements prior to arrival

What are the food and drink options at Matfen Hall?

The dining experience includes the hotel's restaurants which are a literal feast for the senses, with sophisticated, seasonal menus served in the Emerald Restaurant, Northumberland's only triple AA Rosette-awarded restaurant. Cloisters Restaurant provides delicious grill and seafood options. The Keppers, which is set in the parkland grounds, offers stone-baked pizza and steaks fresh from the grill. For a quintessentially British indulgence, traditional Afternoon Tea is served in The Drawing Room accompanied by your choice of hot drinks or Laurent-Perrier Champagne. The Vault Bar is one of the hotel's dedicated events surrounded by the distinctive architecture.

How many treatment rooms are there at Matfen Hall?

There are five treatment rooms where they offer an exquisite collection of face and body treatments harnessing the healing and pampering powers of Rituals, Germaine de Capuccini and Natura Bisse product lines. Combining cutting edge technology and holistic wellness, the therapies invite you to experience wellness for mind, body and soul.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at Matfen Hall is 3pm, while check-out is 11am. The spa is open Monday to Friday from 10am until 6pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.