Step back in time with a guided walk along Hadrian’s Wall in the heart of Northumberland National Park. Led by Venutius, your Roman expert and storyteller (who even greets you in full costume), you’ll explore a 1.5 mile stretch of the wall, take in sweeping views across the moorland, and see the ancient defence ditch still standing today. Along the way, you’ll hear tales of Roman life in Britain and visit a local museum to uncover even more about this fascinating era.
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About the Experience
Fancy swapping the modern world for the Roman era? On this brilliant walking tour you’ll travel back nearly two thousand years to when sandals were all the rage and the Romans had just marched into Britain. Your guide for the day is Venutius, a member of the Brigantes Tribe and a true expert on Roman history. To set the scene properly he even arrives in full authentic costume, ready to share stories about life before the invasion, the dramatic changes during almost four centuries of Roman rule, and the reasons Hadrian’s Wall was built in the first place. The walk itself covers around 1.5 miles through the beautiful Northumberland National Park, giving you time to admire the sweeping moorland views while standing on one of the most famous landmarks in Britain. You’ll even come across the original defence ditch, still clearly visible after all this time. The experience also includes entry to a nearby museum where you can dig deeper into Roman Britain and uncover even more fascinating details. In total the tour lasts around four hours, so lace up your walking boots, join Venutius, and enjoy a day of history, scenery and storytelling on Hadrian’s Wall.
Requirements
A reasonable level of fitness is required for the walk, as it will include unsurfaced rural paths.
Suitable For
There is a minimum group size of 8 participants required, this is a gift voucher for one participant.
Duration
This half day experience will last for approximately 4 hours. This experience also includes entry to one of the local museums.
Anything Else?
During the tour, you will explore ancient Roman sites, learn about the history of the area, and enjoy the beautiful Northumberland scenery. Knowledgeable guides will provide fascinating insights throughout the experience.
Equipment & Clothing
Warm, comfortable clothing and footwear is recommended.
Weather
This experience will run in most weather conditions. Waterproof clothing is recommended to ensure you stay dry throughout the experience. The tour guide reserves the right in certain weather conditions to wear modern clothing.
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
