Housesteads Roman Fort
Set high on a dramatic escarpment on Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site, Housesteads Roman Fort takes you back to the Roman Empire. Wander the barrack blocks and the hospital. Peer into the oldest toilets you’ll ever see, and admire the stunning panoramic views from this ancient fortress. Visit Website
Vindolanda Fort & Museum
Vindolanda lies just to the south of the curtain wall of Hadrian’s Wall and has a very different ‘feel’ to other sites along the Wall. It lies upon the first Roman frontier in the north. Although first built by the Roman army before Hadrian’s Wall Vindolanda became an important construction and garrison base for the […]
Birdoswald Roman Fort
Start your Hadrian’s Wall adventure at Birdoswald Roman Fort in Cumbria. Here you can still see the remains of all of the Wall’s defining features. Stand in awe as the longest remaining stretch of the Wall spans as far as your eye can see, and explore the ruins of the Roman fort, a turret and […]
Hadrians Wall
Stretching 73 miles from coast to coast, Hadrian’s Wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire with various forts well within easy reach. Visit Website
Bewcastle Cross & Museum
Dating back to the Anglo-Saxons it is still in its original position on St. Cuthberts churchyard where you will also find the museum with display panels and images covering the hundreds of years of Bewcastle history. Visit Website
Sycamore Gap
This iconic tree featured in the film Robin Hood Prince of thieves. It is described as one of the most photographed trees in the country. Visit Website
Lanercost Priory
A beautiful Church & ancient ruins of Lanercost Priory founded by Henry in 1166. Visit Website
Solway Aviation Museum
The Solway Aviation Museum, based at Carlisle Airport, is home to a collection of aircraft, aviation artefacts and displays reflecting Britain’s position as a world leader in aircraft design and innovation at the dawn of the jet age. Visit Website
Ullswater Steamers
The closest lake to us, about a 40 minute drive. The cruises connect to some of the most famous and iconic walking routes in the Lake District, with views of Wordsworth’s daffodils on the west shore in spring. Visit Website
The Lake District
Needs little explanation, an outdoor enthusiast’s heaven, walking, cycling, sight seeing & more! Visit Website