Hadrian's Wall - 10 Days / 9 Nights - East to West
Information
Hadrian's Wall is our most popular tour and an experience we specialise in being based in the region. The most popular route, East to West, is our standard itinerary and is a tried and trusted path walked by many thousands every year. Starting at Segedunum Roman Fort in the East, this 10 day trip gives plenty of time to take in the sights of the Wall averaging around 9-12 miles per day.
This trip is more leisurely and includes a pre and post walk stay.
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What's included
- 9 nights accommodation
- daily baggage transfer (1 item up to 15kg per person)
- daily breakfast
- GPX digital map with route to follow (to be used with any walking app)
- 24 hour support
Transport
We provide daily transport for one item of luggage per person. They are collected anytime from 0930 and are delivered to your next accommodation by 1630. No other transport is included but additional days can be arranged and transport to nearby locations included.
Equipment
The trail can get wet and windy even in the height of summer so we recommend all customers are adequately prepared. This includes suitable rain wear (coats and boots), waterproof clothing and sunscreen and sun hat. Cooler months would require more layers and waterproof clothing with the summer months requiring lighter clothing.
Accommodation
All accommodations are local guest houses, bed and breakfasts or hotels which are owner operated. Breakfast is included on all stays and packed lunch is an optional extra.
Where you will stay
We provide the name of your accommodation on the final self-guided tour itinerary. These will be within the trail area and transport provided if outside of a short walk.
Day 1 – Newcastle upon Tyne
Day 2 – Heddon on the Wall area
Day 3 – Corbridge area
Day 4 – Chollerford/Humshaugh area
Day 5 – Once Brewed/Twice Brewed area
Day 6 – Gilsland area
Day 7 – Brampton area
Day 8 – Carlisle
Day 9 – Bowness-on-Solway OR Carlisle
Pricing options
| Room | Price |
|---|---|
| Twin - 2023 | £795 per person |
| Double - 2023 | £795 per person |
| Single - 2023 | £1,195 per person |
Available dates
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Itinerary
One nights accommodation in Newcastle upon Tyne with breakfast included.
Transport to the starting point at Segedunum Roman Fort is provided.
Set off from the Segedunum Roman Fort on your epic trip across this amazing feat of Roman engineering.
Walk the banks of the River Tyne before heading through the City of Newcastle upon Tyne and entering the wonderful Northumberland countryside.
Your accommodation will be a friendly local bed and breakfast in a town near to Heddon on the Wall. Transport will be provided.
Distance – 14 miles.
Today’s section takes you along the B6318 Military Road on which the Wall once stood.
Overnight in the historic village of Corbridge.
Distance – 11 miles
Upon leaving Corbridge you will encounter yet more turrets on the walk to Chollerford. As you leave Corbridge, you will find the excavations of an old Roman Town at Corbridge Roman Town. Other interesting stops include Planetrees and Portgate.
This evening you will be staying in the picturesque town of Chollerford. Enjoy the very good local pubs for a good meal.
Distance – 10 miles
You will leave Chollerford and encounter the Chesters Roman Fort and Museum before heading onto the most incredible sections of the wall, with mile castle after mile castle accompanying you on the path. The countryside is simply incredible with this taking you to end this section at Steel Rigg Peel Crags, just a short walk from your overnight accommodation.
Relax after an eventful day at your local guest house in the hamlet of Once Brewed (or nearby location – transport provided)
Distance – 12 miles
Make sure you take full advantage of a full breakfast. Today will present one of the most challenges sections of the trip as you climb to the top of the highest peak of the trail, Winshields Crags. You can be assured of amazing views on all directions so the hard work is worth it.
Gilsland will be your stop this evening (or nearby location – transport provided) – a lovely little village with a great local pub not to be missed.
Distance – 9 miles
Hadrian’s Wall as you expect will come into sight today. The iconic Wall’s best preserved sections will be passed on today’s walk and continue to be viewed for miles around. Today is definitely a moment to grab the camera.
Enjoy a restful night at your host accommodation before the adventure of the challenging sections commence.
Accommodation will be in the nearby town of Brampton. You can choose to walk from the trail to Brampton or book a local taxi (not included in tour price)
Distance – 9 miles
As you make your way along the path, you will notice the Wall is barely noticeable as this section was constructed from dirt. The rolling countryside welcomes you back to civilisation as you head onto Carlisle.
Overnight in Carlisle with time to explore the city. Home to a medieval fortress, Carlisle, has an abundance of history to enjoy to include the dungeons and deadly Gallows Hill – the last place many Jacobite prisoners will have seen.
Distance – 9 miles
After spending a night enjoying Carlisle, the final section taking in the area of outstanding natural beauty at Bowness-on-Solway.
We include a final night accommodation on bed and breakfast basis.
Distance – 13 miles
Rest day in Bowness-on-Solway/Carlisle and check out of hotel.
Congratulations on a great achievement.