Riverdale Hall Hotel & Leisure - Bellingham

3-star countryside hotel in Bellingham with an award-winning restaurant and private beats for salmon and trout fishing on the North Tyne River

Award-Winning Dining

Riverdale Hall Hotel & Leisure Bellingham holds a Les Routiers Gold Plate and two AA Rosettes for its restaurant. The menu changes with the seasons, using locally sourced produce such as game, fish, and meats from Northumberland. Guests can choose to eat in the formal dining room or the bar, both with open log fires, and a full English breakfast is served each morning.

Outdoor Activities and Grounds

The hotel's large grounds lead directly to the banks of the North Tyne River, where guests can fish for salmon and trout on one of the hotel's private beats. Discounted green fees are available at Bellingham Golf Course, a short walk away, and purpose-built trails for hiking and cycling start from the property. A unique falconry experience can also be arranged on site.

Accommodations

Riverdale Hall Hotel offers well-appointed en-suite bedrooms, some with balconies or patios overlooking the grounds and the river. For guests wanting more independence, four self-catering apartments are set within the hotel grounds and can be booked with a dinner, bed and breakfast package. The hotel also provides dog-friendly rooms with pet bowls, and superior doubles come with extra space and river views.

Leisure Facilities

An indoor heated swimming pool and sauna are available to guests, with bookable slots to ensure private use. Pool towels are provided, and the pool is open all year. Accessible parking and an electric vehicle charging station are located on the property, and the hotel is wheelchair accessible with adapted bathrooms.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Riverdale Hall Hotel sits on the edge of Northumberland National Park, less than 3 km from the Hadrian's Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village of Bellingham offers the Hareshaw Linn waterfall and the First and Last Brewery, while Kielder Water is a 20-minute drive for water sports and scenic trails. The hotel grounds themselves include a riverside walk and views over the old cricket pitch towards the North Tyne.

• Dining: Award-winning restaurant with Les Routiers Gold Plate and AA Rosettes
• Activities: Private beats for salmon and trout fishing on the North Tyne River
• Rooms: En-suite bedrooms with balconies or patios, plus 4 self-catering apartments
• Wellness: Indoor heated swimming pool and sauna with bookable sessions
• Location: Overlooks the North Tyne River, near Hadrian's Wall UNESCO site
• Pet-friendly: Dog-friendly rooms and designated pet bowls
• Eco: Electric vehicle charging points on site