Εύκολες πεζοπορίες και βόλτες Upper Denton

Με τα καλοδιατηρημένα τμήματα του τείχους και τις κοντινές όχθες, τους πυργίσκους και έναν ασβεστοκάμινο, το Hare Hill προσφέρει εξαιρετικές γνώσεις για το ρωμαϊκό παρελθόν. Μαζί με τη διάβαση του ποταμού Irthing, αυτή η περιοχή πρέπει να ήταν ένας πραγματικός κόμβος ρωμαϊκής δραστηριότητας.

Λοιπόν, φτάσαμε σχεδόν στο τέλος της σημερινής μας πεζοπορίας στο Τείχος του Αδριανού και είχαμε λίγη κακοτυχία. Φανταστείτε να φτάνετε σε ένα από τα καλύτερα ρωμαϊκά φρούρια στο Τείχος του Αδριανού για να σας πουν ότι ήταν κλειστό επειδή ο άνεμος ήταν πολύ δυνατός και θα μπορούσε να μας ρίξει από το τείχος. Ένα μέρος για να επιστρέψουμε.

magnificent history tour - cafe for refreshments and shop for souvenirs

Award winning café in Gilsland. Closed on a Wednesday.

Banks East Turret, also known as Turret 52A, is one of the best-preserved watchtowers along the western section of Hadrian's Wall. Built around 122 AD on the orders of Emperor Hadrian, this tower was part of an ingenious network: two turrets stood between each milecastle, manned by a handful of soldiers who guarded the boundary. The tower is built of stone, even though the wall here was originally turf—a rare example of early Roman engineering. You'll find an impressive section of wall reaching 1.75 meters high at the tower itself. The site offers panoramic views of the southern landscape, while the northern terrain is higher—a strategic yet surprising choice.

Indeed, a lovely place to relax. Very hospitable and helpful staff. I can only recommend this place.

On a strategic rise above the River Irthing lies Birdoswald Roman Fort (Banna), one of the best-preserved forts along Hadrian's Wall. Built around 122 AD, it housed troops from countries including Dacia (modern-day Romania) and played a key role in defending the northwestern border of the Roman Empire. The fort lies on the longest continuous stretch of Hadrian's Wall still visible. Within the ruins, you'll find the remains of barracks, granaries, gates, and even a unique Roman drill hall. The visitor center offers interactive exhibits and original artifacts, including altars and inscriptions. Birdoswald is an ideal rest stop for cyclists following the Hadrian's Cycleway. The tearoom and the view make it a pleasant stop with historical depth.

This impressive Augustinian priory, founded around 1169, is just a stone's throw from Hadrian's Wall. Its ruins tell stories of kings, wars, and pilgrims. King Edward I stayed here in 1306 during his final campaign against the Scots, and Robert the Bruce later attacked the monastery. The church ruins still stand tall, with a dramatic triple-arched structure. Built partly with stones from Hadrian's Wall, they include Roman inscriptions. Inside, you'll find the Lanercost Cross (1214) and the Lanercost Dossal, a work of art designed by William Morris.