England's Hadrian's Wall Walk

The National Trail along Hadrian's Wall is opening in May 2003 and you can be among the first to walk the Wall.

Designated a World Heritage Site in 1987, Hadrian's Wall is a great feat of Roman engineering stretching across the narrowest part of England from the banks of the Tyne in the east to the Solway Firth in the west.

It marked the edge of the Roman Empire in the north, and was the most important monument built by the Romans in Britain. Begun in 122AD on the orders of the Emperor Hadrian, there are substantial remains of the Wall itself, its turrets, milecastles, forts and civilian settlements.

This walk follows the line of the wall, across the Pennines, enjoying outstanding views of the hills of northern England along the way. For those who wish to take a break from walking there are plenty of places to visit every day.

Much has happened in the area since Emperor Hadrian ordered the wall built. You will walk in the same area and pass Thirlwall Castle where Edward I (Edward Longshanks of the movie "Braveheart") stayed in 1306 during his campaign against the Scots. You will walk near Sewingshields where King Arther is said to have hid Queen Guinevere.

But the wall and its history are not the only delight on this extraordinary adventure. This is one of the most beautiful areas in England. You will be walking through towns, villages, farms, forests and parklands. There will even be time to stop in the area's many bookshops and antique shops.

This unique walk is truly an adventure for the mind, body and spirit.

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