Hadrian's Wall
Opening Times:
Chesters Roman Fort:
1 April to 30 September, 9.30am to 6pm, 7 days
1 October to 20 March, 10am to 4pm, 7 days
Closed 24-26 December and 1 January
Corbridge Roman Site:
1 April to 30 September, 10am to 5.30pm (last admission 5pm), 7 days
1-31 October, 10am to 4pm, 7 days
1 November to 20 March, 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday only
Closed 24-26 December and 1 January
Housesteads Roman Fort:
1 April to 30 September, 10am to 6pm, 7 days
1 October to 20 March, 10am to 4pm, 7 days
Closed 24-26 December and 1 January
Vindolanda:
April to September, 10am to 6pm
October and November, 10am to 5pm
Please contact the establishment for more information about the 2007 winter opening times
Admission Costs:
Chesters Roman Fort, Corbridge Roman Site and Housesteads:
Adult: £4.10; Children: £2.10; Concession: £3.10 English Heritage Members: Free
Vindolanda:
Adult: £4.95; Senior/Student: £4.10; Child: £3.00 under fives admitted free); Family: £14.00 (2 adults and 2 children)
Hadrian's Wall was constructed over a period of six years by order of the Emperor Hadrian who came to Britain in AD 122. According to one of Hadrian's Roman Biographers, it was built to "separate the Romans from the Barbarians" - a feat it achieved for over 250 years. Today, the area between South Shields and Ravenglass is studded with forts, milecastles, temples and turrets. These 2000 year old remains are brought to life brilliantly by museums, reconstructions and fascinating visitor centres, all with something different and all waiting to be discovered.
The extensive history of Hadrian's Wall is fabulously illustrated by its many forts and museums. Although there are many to be found all along the Wall, the highest concentration of Roman forts and museums is in the area between Chollerford and Gilsland, which lies within the natural beauty of Northumberland National Park.
Here you can see a multi award-winning fort, Vindolanda, and the best preserved Roman Cavalry Fort in Britain, Chesters, as well as some of the best preserved sections of Wall.
Segedunum Roman Fort and Bath House in the east and Birdoswald, Tullie House and Senhouse Museum in the west, amongst many others, also retain the best remaining evidence from the period of Roman occupation and offer visitors unique and inspiring insights into that time.
Venue Enquiries
Hadrian's Wall Heritage Ltd
East Peterel Field
Dipton Mill Road
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 2JT
Tel: 01434 609 700
Visit Hadrian's Wall websiteCafé/Shop
Please check with individual establishment:
Chesters Roman Fort:
Tel: 01434 681379
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Corbridge Roman Site:
Tel: 01434 632349
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Housesteads Roman Fort:
Tel: 01434 344363
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Vindolanda:
Tel: 01434 344277
Website: www.vindolanda.com
Accessibility
Chesters Roman Fort:
Wide ramp to admission point, parking and toilets for disabled visitors, all areas accessible to disabled visitors however companion recommended due to low walls. Bath house reached via steep slope and steps. Dogs on leads only in restricted areas. Sculptures to touch in museum for visually impaired visitors.
Corbridge Roman Site:
Disabled parking, toilet, audio tour available, access to museum and perimeter of site, dogs on leads only in restricted areas.
Housesteads Roman Fort:
The fort lies uphill from the car park (ten minute walk on steep gradient). Wheelchair users should contact the site before visiting or alternatively contact the information centre based in the car park on arrival. Dogs on leads only in restricted areas.
Vindolanda:
Parking areas for disabled visitors, toilets for disabled visitors and service dogs permitted (eg guide dogs).
Please note that information above may have changed. Please confirm all details with the establishment before booking, particularly if you have special requirements.
Booking Information
Please contact individual establishments for details.
Directions
By Rail:
Fast frequent rail services Intercity trains operate along the East Coast Main Line between London, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh by GNER with rail connections from Newcastle into the Tyne Valley.
Virgin trains operate Intercity trains between London, Manchester, Carlisle and Glasgow with rail connections from Carlisle into the Tyne Valley. Virgin trains also operate cross country Intercity services providing links to Newcastle from Scotland, South West England, Birmingham, Sheffield and Leeds.
Inter-Regional Trans-Pennine services provide frequent services to Newcastle from Liverpool, Manchester, West Yorkshire and York ... or travel from Leeds along the internationally famous Settle-Carlisle line through the Yorkshire Dales National Park to Carlisle for connecting trains along the Tyne Valley line. A Round Robin ticket is available from Leeds for a circular trip along the East Coast mainline, Tyne Valley and Settle-Carlisle, adults £17.50, child £8.75.
GNER: www.gner.co.uk
Virgin Trains: www.virgintrains.co.uk
Inter-Regional Trans-Pennine Services: www.tpexpress.co.uk
Settle-Carlisle Line: www.settle-carlisle.org
Yorkshire Dales National Park: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk
By Road:
There are good motorway connections to Hadrian's Wall.
Chesters Roman Fort: 1/4 mile west of Chollerford, on B6318
Corbridge Roman Site: 1/2 mile north west of Corbridge, on minor road, then signposted.
Housesteads: 4 miles from Bardon Mill
Vindolanda: Leave A69 following signs to Vindolanda near Bardon Mill.
