Matfen Hall has been included in a new guide from The Times and The Sunday Times listing the 100 Best Places to Stay in the UK for 2024.
Experts from the newspapers visited hundreds of properties across the UK to compile the guide, looking out for “interesting openings and news of established hotels reinventing themselves.”
Matfen Hall, which is situated in the heart of Northumberland, was ranked 13th on the list.
The guide referenced that it “included a Game of Thrones-style Great Hall with a staircase built for sword fights.” The historic Great Hall has recently undergone a meticulous restoration, returning it to its former glory and breathing new life into its storied walls.
This transformation has been part of a multi-million-pound investment programme following Walwick Estate Group’s takeover in 2020, having acquired the property from the Blackett family.
In addition to the tasteful renovation of the Great Hall; a stunning new airy bar with mezzanine has been created, as well as upgrades to The Cloisters Restaurant and Bar and state-of-the-art kitchen.
Matfen Hall’s head of commercial development James O’Donnell said: “This recognition is testimony to the team and the ongoing investment into this magnificent hotel. We are very pleased to see Matfen Hall so prominently placed in this prestigious guide. It’s a great reflection of our dedicated focus on making moments at Matfen Hall truly special.”
See the full Times and Sunday Times 100 Best Places to Stay in the UK for 2024 list here
