NORTH EAST ENGLAND

NORTHUMBERLAND
Hadrians Wall Trail (PT 45) - 10km  Grade 3
Organised by South Yorkshire Strollers
The wall built by the Roman Emperor Hadrian between 122-126 and was extended by Septimus Severus a century later, to fortify the northern boundary of Roman Britain.  It stretched 120 kilometres (75 miles) from Wallsend on the River Tyne to Bowness at the head of the Solway Firth and the walk takes you along part of it.  Fragments of the wall and several stone mile stations remain.  On a clear day the views are wonderful.  The walk starts at Housteads Fort  which is one of the most complete forts remaining today and there is an Information Centre/Museum.  You will require strong footwear as this is quite a challenging walk and may not be suitable for small children and the elderly.