Half Day Hadrian’s Wall Guided Tour in Northumberland
Walk Through Historic Events of the Roman and British Conflict 2000 Years Ago with a Guide and Visit A Museum
Northum
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • See Hadrian's Wall and Visit Vindolana Museum
- • Learn from Expert Guide Dressed as a Warrior
- • Enjoy Historical and Archaeological Features
Northumberland Experience Gifts: Learn from an expert guide dressed as a Roman soldier or Celtic warrior leading you on a stroll through Northumberland National Park.
Starting at the Cawfield Quarry follow your guide along a 4 mile trail on ancient rural paths. Learn how the country changed forever on the fateful day the Roman's came. For four hours your guide will lead you to some key sites of this historic time leading you to Milecastle and other viewing sites. Walk a section of the wall with your guide, following in the Romans' footsteps. See for miles across the moorlands and get lost in ancient history. After your walk you'll get the chance to take lunch before visiting Vindolanda museum.
This is the perfect experience gift for history enthusiasts of all ages.
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Your guide will weave a narrative from the Roman and the native perspective!
2000 years ago, Hadrian's Wall was a frontier, a place where two cultures collided. Your guide will weave a narrative from the Roman and the native perspective.
The Northumberland National Park makes a magnificent backdrop. Your guide will make visible a wealth of archaeology, helping you discover a landscape with multiple layers.
Your guide dressed as a Roman soldier or Celtic warrior providing an in-depth interpretation of this era. The tour will provide an immersive experience as you walk a section of the wall, marching in the footsteps of the soldiers along Rome's Northern Frontier.
After your march it is time for a well-earned rest with a lunch break followed by a visiting one of the finest museums on the wall.
Visit Hadrian's Wall and Vindolanda. Site entry is included within the tour price.
Time for lunch is included in this tour, lunch is not included in tour price.
Start point is Cawfields, you can follow, 4 miles, in your vehicle to Vindolanda. Transport is not included, let us know if you require taxi details.
A four hour guided tour, in English. Starting from Cawfields, Near Haltwhistle, Northumberland, click link for direction.
A leisurely walk along the slopes of the Whin Sill, a geographic feature which the Roman's used to their advantage
Opportunities to view Milecastle, exceptionally well-preserved parts of the wall & other archaeological features
- Leisurely Walk: A walk for reasonably fit people with a small amount of hiking experience, on rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended
- Car parking available at the start location £1 per hour
- Toilet facilities available at the start location and at each venue throughout the tour
- Tours in English
- Small groups
- Your guide will be dressed in authentic clothing for this tour. We do, however, reserve the right to wear modern clothing if the weather causes concern for health and safety
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 8 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Four Hour Guided Tour of Hadrian's Wall
Northum
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • See Hadrian's Wall and Visit Vindolana Museum
- • Learn from Expert Guide Dressed as a Warrior
- • Enjoy Historical and Archaeological Features
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