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Hadrian's Wall Complete Guided Trail

2027 dates available Early Booking Offer

■ Location: Northumberland

■ Duration: 7 nights

■ Board Basis: Full Board

■ Travel Dates: Apr-Sep 2027

■ Itineraries available: 1

■ Choice of Walking Grade: 7 details

■ Carbon Footprint: 138kg CO2 details

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The legendary pile of stones that marked the frontier of the Roman Empire for nearly 300 years, Hadrian’s Wall is one of Britain’s most spectacular ancient ruins. Conquer all 84 miles of the official Hadrian’s Wall Path with a coast-to-coast walk across northern England. Discover dramatic landscapes and award-winning archaeological sites as you hike from the saltmarshes of Bowness on Solway in the west, to the Roman fort of Segedunum in the east. Best of all, you can relax knowing all your accommodation and meals are taken care of. All you need to do is enjoy the journey.

Accommodation

A range of handpicked hotels...
Hop off the train at Wetheral and you can walk straight through the garden and into the newly refurbished Crown Hotel. You'll find comfortable rooms and great food, as well as a gym, swimming pool, and sauna, too. All rooms are en-suite and offer complimentary WiFi, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and toiletries. This hotel is dog-friendly so you may meet four legged friends in some of the communal areas.
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Walking grades

From September 2026, we have expanded our walking grade scale from 6 to 10 points. While the holidays themselves have not changed (the routes, daily distances and ascent levels remain the same), our newly expanded 1-10 scale offers greater distinction between holidays and clearer grade descriptions, so you can choose a holiday that best suits you.

Moderate walking grade 7

Moderate walking grade 7

The most active moderate grade. Longer distances and short but steep ascents and descents possible throughout the day. Hill walking experience desirable. Typically, 11-12 miles (18-19km) with around 1,800ft (560m) of ascent.

What You’ll Love

  • Walking coast-to-coast along the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail
  • Marveling at this UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Crossing the breadth of northern England in seven days
  • Following one of Britain’s most popular trails
  • Staying in carefully-selected partner hotels including the Twice Brewed Inn
  • Sharing the experience with a group of like-minded walkers
  • A more personalised experience thanks to small group sizes (maximum 15 people)

What's Included

  • Comfortable en-suite rooms in our partner accommodation(s) 
  • Cooked or continental breakfast every morning 
  • Daily packed lunches
  • Three-course evening meals, plus tea & coffee  
  • Guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader 
  • All transport to and from walks where necessary 
  • Luggage transfers

Itinerary

All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.

Guided Trail 

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Meet your leader 1830 at the hotel reception, prior to your evening meal, to find out the plan of action.

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Meet your leader 1830 at the hotel reception, prior to your evening meal, to find out the plan of action.

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A short transfer takes us to the coast and the nature reserves of the Solway estuary. A gentle start to our journey as we wind our way through saltmarshes, farmland and villages to the city of Carlisle. Many of the houses and walls along today’s walk have been built with what was once Hadrian’s Wall.


15 miles (24km) with 420 feet (130m) of ascent

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A short transfer takes us to the coast and the nature reserves of the Solway estuary. A gentle start to our journey as we wind our way through saltmarshes, farmland and villages to the city of Carlisle. Many of the houses and walls along today’s walk have been built with what was once Hadrian’s Wall.

15 miles (24km) with 420 feet (130m) of ascent

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14½ miles (23½km) with 1,000 feet (300m) of ascent

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From Carlisle, we follow the river through peaceful parkland and villages to the beautiful setting of Lanercost Priory. As impressive as the priory is, the coffee shop is even more so - the perfect place to sit out and enjoy a cuppa and cake. From there it's a short walk to Banks where you'll see your first free-standing section of Hadrian's Wall

14½ miles (23½km) with 1,000 feet (300m) of ascent

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Turrets, signal towers and forts today, well preserved sections of the wall, and the start of a wilder and more windswept landscape. We pass 2,000-year old Birdoswald Roman Fort, the Roman remains at Willowford, and the ruins of Thirlwall Castle before reaching one of the most impressive landscapes on the route.


Check out the views from Milecastle 41 just after Cawfields Crag! Our walk finishes today, in the pub, at Once Brewed.


13½ miles (22km) with 1,500 feet (460m) of ascen

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Turrets, signal towers and forts today, well preserved sections of the wall, and the start of a wilder and more windswept landscape. We pass 2,000-year old Birdoswald Roman Fort, the Roman remains at Willowford, and the ruins of Thirlwall Castle before reaching one of the most impressive landscapes on the route.

Check out the views from Milecastle 41 just after Cawfields Crag! Our walk finishes today, in the pub, at Once Brewed.

13½ miles (22km) with 1,500 feet (460m) of ascen

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Superb views of Steel Rigg and Crag Lough start our day, with the Wall snaking in the distance. See where the famous “Robin Hood’s” tree at Sycamore Gap once stood before we reach the impressive site of Housesteads Roman Fort. Fantastic views again, from Sewingshields Crag, before easier walking takes us past Brocolitia and on to Chester’s Fort and Chollerford, where we end our day.


12 miles (19.5km) with 900 feet (280m) of ascent

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Superb views of Steel Rigg and Crag Lough start our day, with the Wall snaking in the distance. See where the famous “Robin Hood’s” tree at Sycamore Gap once stood before we reach the impressive site of Housesteads Roman Fort. Fantastic views again, from Sewingshields Crag, before easier walking takes us past Brocolitia and on to Chester’s Fort and Chollerford, where we end our day.

12 miles (19.5km) with 900 feet (280m) of ascent

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A gentle climb from the start gives us cracking views over to the Cheviots, and relatively easy walking through farmland all the way to Heddon on the Wall. Towards the end of the walk, there’s a wonderful café selling treats to give you that final burst of energy


15½ miles (25km) with 1,260 feet (390m) of ascent

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A gentle climb from the start gives us cracking views over to the Cheviots, and relatively easy walking through farmland all the way to Heddon on the Wall. Towards the end of the walk, there’s a wonderful café selling treats to give you that final burst of energy

15½ miles (25km) with 1,260 feet (390m) of ascent

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A total contrast to the rest of the trail, our final leg takes us on an exploration of the industrial heritage of the River Tyne, and into the heart of Newcastle through its smartly redeveloped Quayside with the “blinking eye” bridge and the Baltic museum. You can end your journey and celebrate with a drink at the Quayside, or continue on to the trail’s official end point – the Roman fort of Segedunum.


15 miles (24km) with 780 feet (240m) of ascent

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A total contrast to the rest of the trail, our final leg takes us on an exploration of the industrial heritage of the River Tyne, and into the heart of Newcastle through its smartly redeveloped Quayside with the “blinking eye” bridge and the Baltic museum. You can end your journey and celebrate with a drink at the Quayside, or continue on to the trail’s official end point – the Roman fort of Segedunum.

15 miles (24km) with 780 feet (240m) of ascent

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A fond farewell with a lifetime of memories. Well done, you've just completed the complete Hadrian's Wall trail. 

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A fond farewell with a lifetime of memories. Well done, you've just completed the complete Hadrian's Wall trail. 

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Accommodation

The Crown, Wetheral – Hadrian’s Wall Complete Trail

Hop off the train at Wetheral and you can walk straight through the garden and into the newly refurbished Crown Hotel. You'll find comfortable rooms and great food, as well as a gym, swimming pool, and sauna, too. All rooms are en-suite and offer complimentary WiFi, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and toiletries. This hotel is dog-friendly so you may meet four legged friends in some of the communal areas.

Twice Brewed Inn, Bardon Mill - Hadrian's Wall Complete Trail

The Twice Brewed Inn is one of our favourite stays, not least for having a drying room, stargazing observatory, its own brewery, and a standout location right on the trail. The “twicey” welcomes walkers with home cooked food and comfortable rooms. While the twin and single rooms are spacious, the doubles are pretty compact; but we think the location and facilities here make it worth it. This hotel is dog-friendly so you may meet four legged friends in some of the communal areas.

Copthorne Hotel, Quayside, Newcastle – Hadrian’s Wall Complete

With an enviable location right on Newcastle's famous Quayside, this modern, well-equipped hotel rewards guests with comfortable rooms overlooking the River Tyne.

More Information

Hadrian's Wall is the best-known frontier in the entire Roman Empire. Our holiday travels through the centuries and follows the Wall combining a unique mix of heritage with wild and dramatic landscapes. Internationally celebrated as a World Heritage Site, Hadrian's Wall is the most important monument built by the Romans in Britain and stands as a reminder of the past glories of one of the world's greatest civilisations. The wall was built by order of the Emperor Hadrian, who came to Britain in AD 122. Over the next six years the army built a wall 80 Roman miles long, starting from Wallsend in the east, to Bowness on Solway in the west. Spanning nearly 2,000 years of history, this makes what we see today all the more precious for being the last remains of such an incredible Roman structure.

Your stay is full-board. This includes daily breakfasts, packed lunch options, and evening meals. Vegetarian choices and dietary requirements can be catered for (please give advance notice when booking).

Packed lunches

Our packed lunches will be too much food for some and not enough for others; if you feel you might need more food during the walk, please bring a supply of snacks to supplement this – it won’t always be possible to buy these on the route. Your packed lunches will include: a bread sandwich or roll with a choice of filling; some fresh fruit; fruit cake/flapjack or similar, crisps and/or biscuits. For those of you tackling a level 4 or above holiday, we would highly recommend bringing some trail mix or something similar to ensure you've some fuel in reserve should you need it.

Dietary requirements

Our partner hotels can cater for most dietary requirements, but it is important you advise us of any allergies and dietary restrictions you have at the time of booking.

By Car

Crown Hotel Wetheral,
Station Road,
Wetheral,
Carlisle,
CA4 8ES

From the North:

Exit M6 at Junction 43 and take the 1st exit signposted Newcastle (A69). Continue along this road for approx 1.5 miles, until you see a sign for Wetheral on your right. Continue along this road until you reach a T junction, from turn right, following signs for Crown Hotel & Conference Centre. After ¼ Mile you will reach the village green. Take an immediate left before you reach the green onto Station Road passing the village café and shop. The Crown hotel car park is 100m further down on your left.

From the South:

Exit M6 at Junction 43 and take the 3rd exit signposted Newcastle (A69). Continue along this road for approx 1.5 miles, until you see a sign for Wetheral on your right. Continue along this road until you reach a T junction, from turn right, following signs for Crown Hotel & Conference Centre. After ¼ Mile you will reach the village green. Take an immediate left before you reach the green onto Station Road passing the village café and shop. The Crown hotel car park is 100m further down on your left.

Please note:

Guests are welcome to leave their cars at the Crown Hotel for a £5 per night fee – please arrange this directly with the hotel on arrival. At the end of the holiday a direct train may be taken from Newcastle Central Station to Wetheral Station. Trains depart on a regular basis with a journey time of approx. 90 mins. From Wetheral Station it is a 2-minute walk to the Crown Hotel car park.

By train

Our first hotel in Wetheral, is located right at Wetheral train station - you walk from the station into the garden of the hotel - you couldn't get much closer than that! Our final hotel is a short walk from Newcastle's central railway station (5-10 minutes) making this an easily accessible public transport option.

By air

There are a number of low-cost flights from around the UK, to Newcastle. If you are flying from overseas there are international flights to Newcastle Airport. From the airport you can take the train into Newcastle centre and from there the train the to Wetheral to begin the holiday.

The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next.  To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.   

Essentials  

  • Suitable footwear such as waterproof walking boots that provide ankle support and good grip  
  • Waterproof and windproof jacket 
  • Comfortable clothing (jeans & waterproof capes are not suitable)  
  • Mid-layer(s) to keep you warm. Fleeces make a good choice
  • Waterproof overtrousers  
  • Gloves and a warm hat  
  • Rucksack with waterproof liner 
  • Flask for hot drinks   
  • Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity)  
  • Sunscreen  
  • UV sunglasses  

For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:

  • spare warm clothing
  • spare high energy food
  • head torch and spare batteries
  • please note for the October to March season your waterproof jacket needs to offer a high level of waterproofing and wind resistance, and a hood. Look for a waterproof jacket with sealed/taped seams and a minimum HH (hyrodstatic head - this is the rating given on waterproof jackets) of 10,000mm+

Recommended  

  • Several base layers (long-sleeve or short-sleeve)  
  • Cushioned walking socks to avoid blisters  
  • First aid kit, including plasters and insect repellent and tick remover tool
  • Sit mat   
  • Waterproof pouch for valuables  
  • Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace)  
  • Wallet/purse  
  • Camera
  • Walking poles

Hadrian’s Wall Path has a number of visitor attractions and museums on route. If you wish to take time out of your walks to visit these, please note that many of the sites are National Trust or English Heritage and members can benefit from free admission by presenting their membership card.

Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.

Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.

In the event of a problem

If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you.

All our leaders carry a mobile phone, group shelter, spare maps and a compass. In the unlikely event your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call the emergency services (call 999 in the UK, or 112 overseas).

Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.

If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.

Carbon Footprint - 138kg CO2

We see it as our responsibility to minimise our emissions, not just for this year but every year to come. Our work with sustainability experts, ecollective, has enabled us to measure our carbon footprint and create a strategy to reduce the carbon intensity of our product by 5% each year. Our ambition is to be net zero by 2040 – earlier if we can.

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Hadrian's Wall Complete Guided Trail

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2027

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23 Apr - 30 Apr 2027

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21 May - 28 May 2027

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18 Jun - 25 Jun 2027

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23 Jul - 30 Jul 2027

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20 Aug - 27 Aug 2027

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10 Sep - 17 Sep 2027

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