Set in a befitting serene and rural location, this beautiful abbey offers a friendly welcome and unique setting. Built from 1170-1250, the original Abbey still remains and fortunately survived Henry VIII’s dissolution of the monasteries and became the local parish church. At the heart of Hexham Abbey is a living tradition of liturgy and music that dates back to the 7th century.
- Perfect for: Choirs
- Repertoire: Sacred and Classical
- Performance times: Lunchtime Live is a weekly concert series usually held on a Thursday where musicians can perform in the atmospheric setting of the abbey. During holiday periods, the Abbey welcomes visiting choirs from close by and from all over the world to sing services.