Longhirst Hall Classic , 4 star - Set in 75 acres of woodland, Longhirst Hall Classic is an ideal base for exploring the Northumbrian coastline and visiting Alnwick Castle, the setting for Hogwarts School in the magical Harry Potter films. Newcastle with its extensive shopping facilities and entertainment is only 18 miles away. The hotel has 77 en-suite bedrooms, two restaurants and a bar. Leisure facilities include a Jacuzzi, sauna and gym whilst excellent sporting facilities include golf, tennis, cricket and football. *