9 Days & 8 Nights

Hadrian's Wall Path - West to East - 9 Days & 8 Nights

  • Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Walk alongside northern Europe's largest surviving Roman monument.
  • Wild and beautiful landscapes of the border country.
  • Enjoy warm welcomes at your cosy accommodations each night.
  • View forts, turrets and milecastles en route.
Immerse yourself in history with a Hadrian's Wall walking holiday, a fascinating and rewarding walk in England, from west to east alongside one of Britain’s iconic landmarks. Hadrian’s Wall is Europe’s largest surviving Roman monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Opened in 2003, the Hadrian’s Wall Path follows the course of the Roman barrier closely along its entire length. It is one of Britain’s most popular long-distance walks, and one of our most popular walking holidays. Walk through the wild and beautiful landscapes of Northumberland and enjoy regular viewings of Roman Forts, milecastles, turrets, museums and visitor centres. This is one journey of discovery you will not forget!

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Bowness-on-Solway Day 2 Bowness-on-Solway to Carlisle 15 miles / 24 km Day 3 Carlisle to Haytongate (Lanercost/Brampton) 13.5 miles / 21.5 km Day 4 Haytongate (via Lanercost/Brampton) to Gilsland 6 miles / 10 km Day 5 Gilsland to Once Brewed 9.5 miles / 15.5 km Day 6 Once Brewed to Chollerford 13 miles / 20.5 km Day 7 Chollerford to Heddon or Newburn 16 miles / 25.5 km Day 8 Heddon to Wallsend 15.5 miles / 25 km Day 9 Onward Travel
THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 8kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 8kg is equivalent to 12 pints of local beer at a bar. Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information about how we've carbon counted our trips.

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  • Hadrian's Wall Path: Walk a Roman Frontier

    Follow this couple as they hike alongside the famous UNESCO World Heritage Hadrian's Wall. Built by the Romans in AD 122.

    The hiking days comprise of endless panoramic views over wild moors, wildflowers in pretty woodland and exploring the archaeology, and your evenings are spent in quaint English villages at cozy B&B’s before a pint at the local pub.

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