20th Anniversary of the Hadrian's Wall Path in England

2023 marks the twentieth anniversary of the creation of England’s fascinating Hadrian’s Wall Path. This world renowned National Trail offers a special mix of World Heritage listed archaeological sites together with picturesque landscape featuring rolling green fields and rugged moorland.

Hadrian’s Wall was built during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 122 as a defensive fortification to guard the wild northern frontier of the Roman province of Britannia. Today, walkers can explore the remarkable remains of the wall plus the historically significant remains of Roman forts, towers and towns. Highlights include Housesteads (England’s most complete Roman fort), Corbridge Roman town, Birdoswald Roman fort and Chesters Roman baths. Museums dotted along the path showcase rare Roman artefacts discovered during the extensive archaeological excavations in the area.

The 135 kilometre Hadrian’s Wall Path follows the line of the Roman wall. It stretches coast to coast across Northern England between Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne in the east and Bowness-on-Solway on the west coast. Walkers are introduced to the natural wonders and rich archaeology within the Northumberland National Park and the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

This marvellous trail attracts thousands of hikers each year from around the globe. It provides a unique opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the Roman Empire troops who once patrolled Emperor Hadrian’s northern frontier. Completion of Hadrian’s Wall Path offers walkers a true sense of achievement and an insight into Northern England’s Roman Empire history.