Get Closer to Rome. Head North!
Welcome to Hadrian's Wall Country and Enjoy England! You'll find more information about the region and links to our partners (many with special offers) below. And remember: Hadrian’s Wall is just one of the many delights that rural England has to offer. There’s really no better place for short breaks than England’s coast and countryside: from enchanted castles to secluded beaches, you’ll find what you’re looking for right here on your doorstep.
If you love Roman history, then pack your bags and head to the north of England for an experience unlike any other in Britain. This is Hadrian’s Wall Country: a World Heritage Site, Britain's greatest Roman monument and 150 miles of amazing Roman treasures across glorious Northumberland, Cumbria and Tyneside.
Find out more about Hadrian's Wall at: www.hadrians-wall.org
8 Luxury Breaks to be won in Hadrian's Wall Country!
Come and explore Hadrian's Wall on us! We've got 8 luxury Escape to Hadrian's Wall Country 2-night breaks for 2 people to give away in our FREE prize draw. Stay in one of 4 Marriott hotels in the region (Newcastle Gosforth Park, Newcastle MetroCentre, Sunderland, Durham) - and we'll even throw in a year's free pass to all English Heritage wall sites.
To enter simply click here or text WALL to 62233. Terms and conditions apply.
National Express
National Express operate fast, frequent and comfortable trains that link London King's Cross with Newcastle. Example one way fares from London to Newcastle start from £37.50 First Class or £11.50 Standard Class only when you book in advance at nationalexpresseastcoast.com. Tickets are subject to availability, full terms and conditions are available at www.nationalexpresseastcoast.com
Marriott Hotels & Resorts
Escape to Hadrian's Wall Country 2-night packages from £122 per person including breakfast, dinner on the first night, admission to 6 major Roman forts (Housesteads, Birdoswald, Roman Vindolanda, Roman Army Museum, Segedunum, Arbeia) and a Hadrian's Wall guidebook. Marriott are perfectly placed to explore Hadrian's Wall Country with 4 hotels in the north east of England: Newcastle Marriott Hotel Gosforth Park, Newcastle Marriott Hotel MetroCentre, Sunderland Marriott Hotel and Durham Marriott Hotel Royal Country.
For more information visit: www.marriott.co.uk
English Heritage
Whether you’re looking for magnificent ruins in picturesque landscapes, fascinating museum collections or a great day out, you’re sure to find it at one of English Heritage’s four sites along Hadrian’s Wall.
Find tranquillity among the peaceful ruins at Housesteads Roman Fort and enjoy the spectacular views at Birdoswald. Further east, discover the well-preserved remains of Chesters Roman Fort, nestled in a beautiful wooded valley and explore the rich collection of artefacts in the museum at Corbridge Roman Town.
With the largest programme of summer events on the Wall, English Heritage offers fantastic days out you’ll be talking about for years to come.
For more information visit: www.hadrians-wall.org/englishheritage
Luxury breaks with English Heritage and Matfen Hall
If you want to combine your visit to experience Hadrian’s legacy with a little bit of luxury thrown in, treat yourself to a stay at Matfen Hall Country House Hotel and Spa in the heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country. English Heritage and Matfen Hall are offering an exclusive package featuring two night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and entry to two English Heritage sites on Hadrian’s Wall
Find out more information about this package!