The market town of Hexham can be found in England in Northumberland County.
Located to the south of River Tyne, it is one of three cities that have a larger population in Tynedale.
Many smaller villages and towns are also located in this area.
  One of the most famous sites in Hexham is the Abbey, which originated back in 674 when Saint Wilfrid founded it.
Only the crypt survives the original monastery now.
But the current Abbey that now stands was built back in the 11th century, and added to during the 19th century.
Other buildings that are a site to see in this area include the Old Gaol, Moot Hall, and of course the covered market.
Due to its location it played part in many battles during those border wars that where fought with the Scots.
Back in 1297 the town would be burnt by William Wallace.
Again in 1312 Robert the Bruce would lay siege to the location and demanded a fee in order to save the town from being burned once again.
The War of the Roses is said to have been fought near Hexham too in 1464.
The year of 1761 had a riot that took place, in which over fifty people would be killed by the militia.
Again sites include the Hexham Abbey that should be seen, with the wonderful look of English Gothic architecture.
Moot Hall which was once part of the town's defenses still stands, and is now a home for offices.
While the Old Gaol, that is close to Moot Hall was possible one of the first jails built in England.
It now houses a museum that can teach you plenty of the past of Hexham.
Yet another town that is located in England that holds a lot of past history and one that is fantastic to witness first hand.