| Traced back to the old French phrase, ''Bew Mys'', the name ''Beamish'' can literally be translated as ''Beautiful Mansion''. The history of Beamish Hall can be traced right back to the Norman Conquest and has been home to several generations of prominent local families in its lifetime. The hotel pays tribute to its long history with a number of rooms named in commemoration of these notable occupants.
Inside the ambience is grand and traditional retaining many of its original features, including high decorative ceilings, stained glass windows and hand-carved fireplaces that depict some of the historical crests associated with Beamish Hall.
Beamish Hall provides the ideal venue for all types of meetings, conferences and corporate events. The setting and character add a sense of grandeur to all events with a choice of meeting rooms and function suites for up to 400 delegates.
Beamish Hall Hotel also provides a splendid venue for civil marriages, wedding receptions and conferences.
For golfing stays, Beamish Hall is happy to arrange tee-off times for guests wishing to play the course with special rates.
The hotel is just off junction 64 of the A1(M), less than 12 miles (20 km) from Newcastle, Sunderland and Durham. It has free parking, a restaurant, a lounge bar and air-conditioned rooms.
The Holiday Inn Washington has modern rooms with work desks, tea/coffee, hairdryers and satellite TV with pay-per-view channels.
Traders Restaurant is light and modern with views of the hotel''s grounds. It offers modern British cuisine. The stylish lounge and bar area offers a wide choice of dishes throughout the day.
The Holiday Inn Washington also has 24-hour room service and an outdoor play area with a slide and climbing frame.
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