Northumbrian Castle’s Feuding-free Christmas Offer Ticks Couples’ Boxes

Medieval Langley Castle Hotel is enticing North East and Cumbrian couples with the temptation of escaping all the usual feuding with the family, by going feudal, 21st-century style.

In a year when Christmas may need to be about couple we-time, due to household mingling restrictions, Langley is also reminding couples that this could be their chance to play lord and lady over Christmas, rather than having to try to find a programme that is not a repeat in the Christmas TV viewing.

The castle has already taken festive bookings from those glad to escape the big debate about which in-laws to visit and thrilled by the thought of not being cooped up at Christmas.  With 

10 acres of wooded and lawned grounds at its disposal, the castle, located just a short drive from Alston and from junction 43 of the M6 at Carlisle in Cumbria 30 miles away, can give couples the opportunity to enjoy romantic strolls, in the fresh Northumbrian air and under its renowned dark skies.

Its medieval allure and over six-and-a-half centuries of history will be the backdrop for two or three-day festive packages encompassing cocktails, traditional Christmas lunch, Christmas night individually served buffet-style meal, and Northumbrian breakfasts.  An additional dinner is included for those staying for the third night.

The castle – one of the very few genuine fortified castles in England – has become adept at managing social distancing procedures and will gift its festive guests complete compliance. It also boasts rather special we-time features, in the form of window seats set into its seven-feet-thick walls and a very romantic Josephine restaurant, perfect for those loving to dine by. candlelight in intimate castle alcoves.

Langley has also priced the break as affordably as possible with the 2-night festive experience costing from £374 per person, dependent on accommodation choice, and the top-level option of a stay in a super-luxurious Castle Feature Room, costing £575 per person, with all meals included in these prices.  The 3-night festive break ranges in price from £457 per person, to £749 per person.

Executive general manager, Margaret Livingstone-Evans, says: “We have a sneaking suspicion that many couples will seize the day and use the current restrictions as an excuse to escape family feuding and do their own thing, for once.  We have the perfect setting for a true lovebirds’ Christmas and couples can have an exquisite, romantic break, without having to feel guilty about neglecting the wider family.  It could be the Christmas many have always dreamed of, especially if they’ve always fancied being king or queen of the castle.”

More details are at www.langleycastle.co.uk and those happy to go feudal, rather than feuding, can call 01434 409213 to book.                                                         

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Editors notes

Langley Castle, built in 1350, is located in Langley-on-Tyne, Northumberland and is one of the few authentic, fortified medieval castles in England. It has a rich history, with strong links to Jacobite rebellions, is located just a stone's throw from the World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall and boasts features including battlements, seven-feet-thick walls, window seats set into the walls and the best example of medieval garderobes in Europe. It is one of the most exquisite wedding venues in the north and also offers a wide range of options when it comes to exclusive use, with the castle being available for weddings, family celebrations, Bar Mitzvahs and Bat Mitzvahs, D&D-style events and a wide variety of corporate functions.