The Doxford Group to open The Tempus in 2023

Northumberland-based hospitality group, The Doxford Group, has revealed its plans to open The Tempus, a new hotel concept, on the grounds of Charlton Hall Estate in Alnwick for early 2023. It is reported that The Tempus will mark Doxford’s third venture following the launch of its wedding and event venues, Doxford Barns in 2015 and Charlton Hall in 2017. The opening of the new hotel will also create 40 new jobs within The Doxford Group. The Tempus will reportedly have 15 guest bedrooms, each with their own “aesthetic and personality”, which are said to be inspired by Alice in Wonderland, while maintaining features of the estate’s existing accommodation. The interior design has been credited to the “award-winning” Jeffreys Interiors, Edinburgh. Sleeping 32 guests, the new 15-bedroomed hotel will also see the expansion of the current offering at Charlton Hall Estate, which at present sleeps 54 guests in “eclectic” rooms and suites within Charlton Hall, Stable Cottage, Farm Cottage, Farmhouse, Pole Barn and The Lookout. In addition, The Tempus will also include a ground-floor bar, restaurant and orangery, offering bistro-style dining and late night-cocktails. Richard Shell, owner and director of The Doxford Group, said: “It’s a very exciting time for us here at The Doxford Group with the announcement of the Tempus to Charlton Hall Estate. “My vision has been to expand our offering to go above and beyond and create an unforgettable guest experience, whether it be in the form of an overnight stay, celebration event, intimate dining experience or a tipple or two in our hotel bar, something we can now offer thanks to The Tempus.” He added: “We have seen a significant rise in demand for overnight stays in the area with Northumberland becoming a popular hotspot for holidaymakers and tourists all year round.”