Situated on the north bank of the river Tyne, opposite Hexham in Northumberland, is the village of Acomb which lies where the land rises from the riverbank and veers upwards towards Hadrian’s Wall. Its location north of the river meant that it was often subject to Scottish attack and was destroyed on several occasions. The name is derived from the term acum of Anglo-Saxon origin meaning “at the oak trees”. Evidence of Bronze Age burials has been found to the east and two early medieval burials have been discovered. The church of St.John Lee was built in the 14th century when much of the parish was, as it still is today, one of dispersed homesteads. The Fallowfield lead mine was a significant employer from the early 16th to mid 19th century. By 1840 however, the mine was in decline and closed in 1913 due to flooding. There was also a colliery at Acomb and the remains of a limekiln have been found. The country village has always been a rural community and continues to be so today, whilst also providing an attractive place of residence for a growing population of commuters to Hexham, Carlisle and Newcastle upon Tyne.
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Places to Stay near Acomb
Rosemary Cottage (1.23 miles)
Alan and Mavis welcome you to Rosemary Cottage, a pretty end terraced house in the West end of Hexham. The house was built in 1878, by the builder for himself and there are still some of ... More | visit website
Hall Bank Guest House (1.56 miles)
Best Western Beaumont Hotel (1.59 miles)
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Delightful family run market town hotel overlooking the 6th century Abbey and Sele park. Set in the heart of Northumbria, Hexham is ideal for exploring a region steeped ... More
Station Inn (1.61 miles)
Crag House B&B (1.74 miles)
Hadrian Hotel (1.80 miles)
Loughbrow House (2.42 miles)
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Fairshaw Rigg (2.49 miles)
George Hotel (2.65 miles)
The George Hotel is situated in a beautiful riverside location in rural Northumberland, and is only five miles from the historic market town of Hexham. The North Tyne River is readily accessible for game fishing, ... More | visit website
Crown Inn (3.20 miles)
The Crown Inn is a traditional country pub, located in the heart of Humshaugh, in Hadrian's Wall Country. Enjoy a pint of real cask ale or a cold refreshing larger whilst ... More | visit websiteBrit Quote: |
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