Hadrian's Wall - 10 Days / 9 Nights - West to East
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 in Bowness in Cumbria, 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
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 – Bowness on Solway OR Carlisle (if in Carlisle, transport provided to Bowness on Solway)
Day 2 – Carlisle
Day 3 – Brampton area
Day 4 – Gilsland area
Day 5 – Once Brewed/Twice Brewed area
Day 6 – Chollerford/Humshaugh area
Day 7 – Corbridge area
Day 8 – Heddon on the Wall area
Day 9 – Newcastle or Coastal area
Pricing options
| Room | Price |
|---|---|
| Double - 2023 | £795 per person |
| Twin - 2023 | £795 per person |
| Single - 2023 | £1,195 per person |
Available dates
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Itinerary
One nights accommodation on the beautiful town of Bowness on Solway with Breakfast included.
A wonderful way to start your trip – enjoy the beautiful views of the area of outstanding natural beauty, Bowness-on-Solway.
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 – 14 miles
As you leave Carlisle behind, you will begin the walk along the Wall which is barely noticeable as this section was constructed from dirt. The rolling countryside welcomes you to escape civilisation as you head further into the Cumbria countryside.
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) You can choose to walk from the trail to Brampton or book a local taxi (not included in tour price)
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.
Gilsland will be your stop this evening – a lovely little village with a great local pub not to be missed.
Distance – 9 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.
The hamlet of Once Brewed will be your home for the evening.
Distance – 9 miles
Starting a short walk from the wall, the walk starts again from Steel Rigg Peel Crags and heads into the countryside and some of the most incredible sections of the wall as you encounter mile castle after mile castle. As you near civilisation once again you will encounter Chesters Roman Fort and Museum.
Relax after an eventful day at your local guest house.
Distance – 12 miles
Upon leaving Chollerford you will encounter yet more turrets on the walk to Corbridge. Here, 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 Corbridge (or nearby location – transport provided). Enjoy the very good local pubs for a good meal.
Distance – 10 miles
Today’s section takes you along the B6318 Military Road on which the Wall once stood.
Your accommodation will be a friendly local bed and breakfast in a town near to Heddon on the Wall. Transport will be provided.
Distance – 11 miles
The end is in sight as your trip takes in the bustling City of Newcastle upon Tyne. Heddon on the Wall has a 100 metre stretch of the wall in tact at Broad’s Wall and this will accompany you as you leave the town.
The entire area places Hadrian’s Wall at the core of it’s history and this can be seen with the very many ruin’s which can be seen at every turn. You will walk the banks of the River Tyne and every now and then catch a sight of a ruin left behind from the Roman era.
As you meander through Newcastle and onto the end point of Segedunum Roman Fort, you will have time to reflect on a remarkable achievement.
Accommodation is provided in Newcastle with transport from Segedunum Roman Fort included.
Distance – 13 miles
Enjoy a rest day in Newcastle or at the coast. Check out of hotel or extend your stay.