Hadrian’s Wall Trek: 25 – 27 June 2027

Follow in the footsteps of the Roman legions on this fantastic weekend trekking challenge as we trek from Lanercost Priory to Brocolitia. Trekking 25 miles along the most remarkable Roman monument in the country, Hadrian’s Wall, our route encompasses breathtaking views and fascinating ruins with the picturesque Northumberland countryside providing stunning backdrops from start to finish. Join us and conquer the wall on this classic trekking challenge! Register now here.

Challenge Highlights

• Explore Northumberland National Park
• Step back in time and hike along one of Britain’s most famous historic landmarks
• Trek through battlement scenery
• Visit a UNESCO World Heritage site, in a UK weekend challenge

Challenge Itinerary

Day 1 – We meet at our campsite near Haltwhistle early evening for a group meal and event briefing. Pick ups from Haltwhistle Train Station can also be provided. After getting acquainted over a few drinks, we get our heads down for the night and prepare for our challenge tomorrow!

Day 2 – Lanercost Priory to Camp – After breakfast we take the short transfer to Lanercost Priory where our trek begins! Walking eastwards, we follow a minor road passingthrough various villages. We then encounter our first large ruin – Birdoswald Roman Fort, situated above the charming town of Gilsland. Following our lunch our trek today is quite demanding as we are gradually ascending as the day progresses. The breathtaking views across Northumberland National Park are well worth putting in the effort though. We continue striding along some of the most beautiful and visible sections of the wall and finally trek straight into our campsite for a well deserved dinner and overnight. Trekking distance – approx. 14 miles.

Day 3 – Camp to Brocolitia – Following our breakfast we walk straight from our tents back to the Wall where we continue trekking eastwards. It’s not long before we’re trekking on the Northumberland highlands, which overlook spectacular cliff tops and stunning countryside. We pass several lakes and crags, which add some adventure to our challenge! Following our lunch near Housestead Roman Fort, we push on. The trail today, just like yesterday, doesn’t get any easier, undulating all the way until we reach Brocolitia – a 3ʳᵈ century mithraeum outside the Carrowburgh fort, which was the largest of such buildings to occupy the site. The Finish banners will be held high to celebrate our accomplishment and there will be time for celebratory photos, before transferring back to our campsite for farewells and goodbyes following a very rewarding weekend challenge! Trekking distance – approx. 11 miles. Please note, this is a complex itinerary and subject to change.

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Event Details:

• 25 miles approx. Distance
• Tough (2) Challenge Grading
• 3 days Challenge Duration
• UK Challenge Location
• Registration £95
• Option A, Minimum Fundraising £690
• Option B, Self-Funding £345
• Challenge balance of £345 is due on 14^th May. we recommend any of your supporters registering under Option A, have raised 80% of the minimum Sponsorship by this point which is £552.

More information and to register click here.