Hadrian's Wall Path - Challenging
Duration: 8 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: More than 20 km per day
Ascent per day: 250 - 500 m ascent per day
> Complete the Hadrian's Wall Path in 6 stages
> Enjoy the history of England
> Accommodation before, during, and after the trek included
The Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail is a fascinating and rewarding coast-to-coast walk from the North Sea to the Irish Sea alongside the iconic Hadrian’s Wall in Northern England. It is Britain’s biggest Roman archaeological feature and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and opened in 2003. Hadrian's Wall is located near the border between modern-day Scotland and England and follows the course of the Roman wall closely. The route is one of Britain’s most popular long-distance walks.
The Hadrian’s Wall Path is 84 miles long, which is equal to 135 kilometers. The route is divided into 6 stages, from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway. You can also choose to do this walk in more days, and walk the whole trek in 8 stages, then check out this 10-day package.
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Wallsend
Today you will have to make your way to Wallsend. Here, you will spend the night preparing for your Hadrian's Wall Path adventure.
Day
2
Wallsend - Wylam/Heddon
Duration: 06:25 h
Distance: 24.7 km
Ascent: 120 m
Descent: 110 m
The first day follows the River Tyne along Newcastle, underneath numerous bridges, including the Millennium Bridge. The path then continues west out of the city to the village of Wylam-on-Tyne.
Day
3
Wylam/Heddon - Chollerford
Duration: 08:10 h
Distance: 30.3 km
Ascent: 390 m
Descent: 360 m
Today, you will follow Hadrian’s Wall through the Northumberland countryside where the Roman Ditch can be seen. Past the hamlet of Harlow Hill, hike towards the landmark Robin Hood Inn, then on towards Chollerford, where sections of the wall can be seen.
Day
4
Chollerford - Once Brewed
Duration: 05:29 h
Distance: 19.9 km
Ascent: 390 m
Descent: 220 m
The trail leads you through the Northumberland National Park and brings you to a Roman temple at the fort of Brocolitia. You then walk along some of the most spectacular and best preserved parts of Hadrian's Wall.
Day
5
Once Brewed - Lanercost
Duration: 07:00 h
Distance: 25.8 km
Ascent: 330 m
Descent: 500 m
The route continues with a climb over Winshields rugged rocks and to the highest point of the trail at 345 m with wonderful views over the countryside and some of Hadrian’s Wall’s best-preserved sections. You also pass the remains of Great Chesters and Magnis Forts. You will then walk to the village of Gilsland, where you can relax at a local cafe or pub before continuing towards Lanercost.
Day
6
Lanercost - Carlisle
Duration: 06:00 h
Distance: 23.3 km
Ascent: 120 m
Descent: 140 m
The wall continues on past Birdoswald, taking you down towards Walton. From Walton, the route continues through farmland, following the Roman Ditch line through the hamlet of Newtown into Carlisle. This is a vibrant city on the Scotland/England border with a stunning Cathedral, Castle and City Wall.
Day
7
Carlisle - Bowness-on-Solway
Duration: 06:17 h
Distance: 24.7 km
Ascent: 70 m
Descent: 80 m
Starting along the Eden banks, you will then walk past the village of Burgh-by-Sands with the statue of Edward 1 next to the Greyhound Inn. The route continues to the official end of the trail at Bowness-on-Solway. This town is internationally known as an area of outstanding natural beauty for its thriving birdlife and has a charm of its own.
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8
Departure
After breakfast, our services and your Hadrian's Wall Path adventure will be over. Have a safe trip back home!
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