MOTORISTS in Hexham will face some disruption as the district prepares to welcome The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles.

Parking and loading bays on Beaumont Street will be suspended from Tuesday evening at 5pm until 2pm on Wednesday, while there will be no access to Beaumont Street and the market place between midday and 2pm on Wednesday.

Prince Charles will be in Tynedale on Wednesday as he visits the Sill visitor centre, Hexham Abbey and market place, Kirkharle Courtyard and Kielder Salmon Centre.