Starting at Lanercost Priory, Cumbria, trek 25 miles over two days alongside the only remaining sections of the wall to Broccolitia Roman Fort.
Dotted with ancient monuments and fabulous views of Hadrian’s Wall itself, other highlights of our trek are the stunning scenery and sense of achievement after a long, challenging weekend.
Register before 9 May to secure your place.
Dates: 11 - 13 July 2008
The itinerary
Day 1: Friday We meet at our campsite just outside Haltwhistle in the late afternoon for dinner and an evening briefing. After a good meal and a glass of wine we quickly get to know the rest of the group.
Day 2: The start of our hiking challenge is at Lanercost Priory. The first 7km is along a small road passing through several villages, and then up and along a ridge running alongside the wall. This is a great chance to warm up. We arrive at the impressive Birdoswald Roman Fort, set on a high point above the small village of Gilsland. From there we join a path running alongside Hadrian’s Wall, which eventually runs along spectacular cliff tops and through stunning countryside. We continue on back to our campsite for a well-deserved feast.
Trek approx 15 miles
Day 3:. We climb back up to the ridge where we meet the wall and continue walking east. To the north we have great views towards Wark Forest and the barren landscapes of North Northumberland. Our path takes us along crags and past several lakes to Housestead Roman Fort. From there we continue for a couple of hours towards our finish at Broccolitia. After a group photograph at the finish point, we load into awaiting buses and return to our campsite to pack and return home after a very rewarding weekend!
Trek approx 10 miles
Costs
Fundraising option:
- Registration fee £59
- Fundraising target £400
Self-payment option:
- Registration fee £59
- Remaining tour costs £100
- Suggested fundraising commitment £300
The deadline for registration is 9 May.
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