Looking for a Walking Holiday to Hadrians Wall?
Bellingham near Hexham is perfectly placed for walkers to discover the remote moors of Northumberland National park and see the many forts and archaeological sites along Hadrian’s wall.
Hadrian’s Wall was built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD to mark the northern boundary of the Roman Empire and protect against invasions from the north, it was a huge undertaking with a full-size fort every five miles. Today, it is a UNESCO World heritage Site with large fragments of the wall and its forts remaining, of which can be discovered on the 84-mile Hadrian’s Wall path, linking the west and the east coasts of Northern England.
During your walking holiday to Hadrians wall your guide will take you on the some of the finest features along the wall, visiting quaint villages and towns set amongst stunning scenery.
Your first walk will begin in Steel Rigg with panoramic views of the Northumberland National Park and surrounding landscape, moving on to view Sycamore Gap. Sadly the once famous landmark that was home to the English tree of the year in 2016 is no longer standing due to mindless vandalism.
The site was made famous by featuring in several high profile films, such as Robin Hood prince of Thieves and being a fantastic place for photography and star gazing.
Moving on you will be able to visit one of the best-preserved forts at Housesteads followed by Vindolanda, renowned for its well-preserved artifacts and, finally arrive at Brocolitia Roman Temple, a site which includes the remains of a Roman temple dedicated to the god Mithras.
Your second walk on your walking holiday to Hadrians Wall starts in Corbridge, a charming village with a rich history and carries on to Humshaugh, following a scenic stretch of Hadrian’s Wall. Humshaugh is a quaint village and hosts the 14th century Haughton castle, one of the best-preserved hall houses in the north of England.
At a glance
Holiday Highlights
- Three nights accommodation in near Hexham in Bellingham
- Half Board basis at the Riverdale Hall Hote
- l Two guided walks included
- Knowledgeable walking guides
Itinerary
Day One – Arrival Day
Make your own way to the Hotel for three nights half board accommodation.
Day Two – Walk 1 – Steel Rigg, Housesteads Roman Fort, Vindolanda and the Brocolitia Roman Temple
7 MILES – 40M ASCENT/ 124m DESCENT Your first walk begins in Steel Rigg, with stunning panoramic views of the Northumberland National Park and its surrounding countryside. From here you shall see where the Sycamore Gap once stood, a famous landmark featuring a sycamore tree growing in a gap between two crags. Your guide will then lead you to Housesteads Roman Fort, one of the best preserved forts you will find along Hadrian’s Wall. This historical sight will provide you with an insight into Roman military life. After this, you’ll pass by Vindolanda, an ancient Roman fort and settlement renowned for its well preserved artifacts. Your final destination today is the Brocolitia Roman Temple, a site which includes the remains of a Roman temple dedicated to the god Mithras.
Day Three – Walk 2 – Walking along Hadrian’s Wall: Corbridge to Humshaugh
5.5 MILES – 209M ASCENT/177m DESCENT Starting in the lovely village of Corbridge, you will have some free time to explore and visit sites such as the Roman Town and Corbridge Roman Site before starting the walk. From here on the route to Humshaugh you will get a glimpse of the well preserved remains of the wall itself whilst taking in the stunning scenery around you. On arrival at Humshaugh, you will have some free time to explore this quaint village and visit the beautiful St. Peter’s Church situated there.
Day Four Departure Day
Free time after breakfast until you depart the hotel at check out time.
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