The Top 20 Attractions around Thirlwall
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Thirlwall. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Thirlwall is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 5, 2025
Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree)
Highlight • Natural Monument
As of September 27th 2023 we are shocked and desperately saddened to learn that the famous Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian's Wall has been felled overnight in what appears to …
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Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall
Highlight • Historical Site
One of the most iconic features in the Northumbrian landscape, the cliff face of Steel Rigg shows how the Romans incorporated the natural landscape into their defences against the barbarians.
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Hadrian's Wall
Highlight • Historical Site
A fantastic walk from the fort car park. Walking boots not required but do help!
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Hadrian's Wall
Highlight • Monument
On each site where you visit the remains of Hadrian's Wall you see what hard labour this required. Many men must have suffered greatly while working on this wall.
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Housesteads Roman Fort
Highlight • Historical Site
Housesteads Roman Fort was thought to have been built around AD 124 and formed an important part of Emperor Hadrian's Wall. Today, the site is owned by the National Trust …
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