Walk 2: King Arthur and The Romans
This circular walk takes us from Haltwhistle into Northumberland National Park through areas once occupied by The Romans.
This walk is accessible for those staying in Haltwhistle without a car as it begins and ends in the Market Place, Haltwhistle.
This circular walk takes us from Haltwhistle into Northumberland National Park through areas once occupied by The Romans. There is an excellent view of the course of a vallum before we arrive at one of the most spectacular sections of Hadrian’s Wall near King Arthur’s Well. The walk follows Hadrian’s Wall Path, where there are superb views over the Tyne Valley and The North Pennines and finally descends through a spectacular gorge back into the historic market town.
Walk Stats
Price: £0.00
Capacity: 25
Distance: Approx 7 miles
Ascent/Descent: Approx 845 feet
Capacity: 25
Distance: Approx 7 miles
Ascent/Descent: Approx 845 feet
Notes
Extra Info: Bring: Packed lunch
Meet: 10:20 for 10:30 start. Haltwhistle Market Place (GR: NY708640)
Meet: 10:20 for 10:30 start. Haltwhistle Market Place (GR: NY708640)
Start Point
Haltwhistle Market Place
Main Street
Haltwhistle
Northumberland
NE49 9DZ
Grid Ref: NY708640
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Main Street
Haltwhistle
Northumberland
NE49 9DZ
Grid Ref: NY708640
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Getting There
By Car: There is a large car park beside Sainsbury’s, off Fair Hill.
By Train: Haltwhistle train station. www.northernrailway.co.uk
By Bus: Regular buses services through Haltwhistle. www.stagecoachbus.com
By Train: Haltwhistle train station. www.northernrailway.co.uk
By Bus: Regular buses services through Haltwhistle. www.stagecoachbus.com
Booking Form
Booking closes: April 25, 2024, 12:00 AM