Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland

Hadrian's Wall
Fascinating sites, temples, and Roman bath houses are scattered along the 73-mile wall that dips and dives across the UK. This striking feat of engineering, impressive enough to inspire Game of Thrones, spans Northumberland's countryside.

The significant stretch of stones

Diving and delving across Northumberland, Hadrian’s Wall is the most significant pile of stones in the UK. Spanning 73 miles of the country, Northumberland holds the longest stretch of it and it rises and plunges across some of the county’s most staggering landscapes.

Built under the orders of Emperor Hadrian in AD122, the UNESCO World Heritage Site inspired George RR Martin’s wall in his bestselling books and TV phenomenon Game of Thrones. Take a themed tour along the archaeological wonder, or Live Like a Roman with an immersive experience day.

Scattered along the length of the wall are Roman Forts, excavation sites, ancient temples and Bath Houses that sit before a backdrop of sweeping National Park landscapes, blazing sunsets and rugged hills. Every summer, you can watch live excavations take place at Vindolanda, where 5th century gaming boards, jewellery and other pieces are revealed by skilled archaeologists.

Bike, hike, wander or tour the wall with one of the many ways to explore. The Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail, circular walking routes and Hadrian’s Cycleway can all be ventured into for anyone wanting an active pursuit of the wall. 

Things to do



Find the most breathtaking viewpoints along the wall, discover ancient artefacts at Roman forts, and uncover sections of the wall step by step on historical hiking routes.
Scenic sections

Scenic spots along Hadrian's Wall

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Roman forts

Explore Roman forts

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Hadrian's Wall and the Tyne Valley

Explore The Tyne Valley

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Walking Hadrian's Wall

Walk along the wall

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Getting around the wall

Bike or bus yourway along Hadrian Wall's stunnng cycle routes and on the AD122, the fantastic summer bus service (named after the year Hadrian's Wall was built).

Getting around Hadrian’s Wall

The good news is, you don’t need to travel on foot or horseback like the Romans did! Bring the car, travel by train, cycle the scenic route or go Hadrian’s Wall hopping with the AD122 Country Bus, stopping at sites along the way.
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Hadrian's Cycleway

Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage corridor is the ‘hook’ for the Hadrian’s Cycleway route which winds its way through England for 174 miles. Northumberland holds 33 miles of it, dipping into the iconic, central sections of the Wall at every opportunity.
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Neighbouring towns and villages

Head to stone-clad market towns and villages, with Michelin star restaurants, peaceful gardens, and abbeys built from the stones of Hadrian's Wall.
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Places to stay near Hadrian’s Wall

Villages tucked away in Northumberland National Park offer remote, cottage getaways and B&B escapes that are all within easy reach of Hadrian’s Wall. For a touch of luxury, pick a renovated Georgian country house hotel for magnificent grounds and even deluxe spas with sweeping countryside views.
Haltwhistle Bed & Breakfast

Belford House
Belford House is a traditional stone building, close to the best sections of Hadrian's Wall, offering high quality en-suite rooms.
£54.00 Per Night
Corbridge Bed & Breakfast

Dilston Mill
A unique self-serve B&B: converted historic watermill on Devils Water, 1mile Corbridge. Private Suite: [2-4] The Studio: [2]
£1.00 Per Night
Hexham Caravan & Camping

Fallowfield Dene Caravan and Camping Park
Secluded rural site set in picturesque woodland, 1.5 miles from the village of Acomb. It is only 1 mile from Hadrian's Wall. Superb toilet and shower facilities. Brochure available.
£5.00 Per Night
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Battlesteads
An 18thC Inn, formerly a farmhouse, in the heart of rural Northumberland close to the Roman Wall, Kielder Water and North Tyne Valley.
£70.00 Per Night
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Hexham Self Catering

Heavenfield Cottage
Beautifully renovated farm building conversion offering award winning luxury 5 star self catering accommodation for two on Hadrian's Wall
£420.00 Per week
Hexham Glamping

Langley Dam Glamping
We have 4 well-equipped luxury glamping cabins that sleep up to 5. One is wheelchair accessible. Dogs welcome. Open fire cooking. Ensuite.
£80.00 Per Night
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Red Lion Inn
Visit Northumberland, stay at the Red Lion Inn Newbrough for your staycation!. Close to UNESCO World Heritage site, Hadrian's Wall.
£80.00 Per Night
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Wooden Star Cottages
An exclusive collection of Northumbrian handpicked homes managed by local friends Vicky Collingwood and Sam Perkins.
£770.00 Per week
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Barrasford Arms Restaurant and Country Pub
Cosy, ensuite accommodation in the heart of Hadrian's Wall Country. Stay, relax and dine in Tourism pub of the year 2018.
£95.00 Per Night
Hexham Hostel

Newbrough Bunkhouse
Beautiful listed stone building in peaceful Hadrian's Wall village, with 3 bedrooms, kitchen and bathrooms sleeping a total of 22 people.
£17.00 Per Night

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