Itinerary - The first night's camp is to the west of Carlisle, taking a stroll from Bowness to the first night's camp on the afternoon beforehand. There are then four walking days to Heddon-on-the-Wall, or five walking days to Wallsend.
Daily Routine - Trekkers don't have to walk as a group, but are free to walk at a time of their own choosing, in whatever company they prefer, self-guided with their map, to the destination prepared for their arrival.
'Bowness > Heddon'
70 Miles - 5 Days - Self-Guided - 4 Nights
Bowness-on-Solway Start - From where the Trail starts, the Trek begins (having dropped main bags off at the first night's campsite, or with us in Carlisle at midday) with an afternoon ten-mile 'stretch of the legs' along the Solway Firth to the first night's camp on the outskirts of a village to the west of Carlisle.
Heddon-on-the-Wall Finish - Four full-day walks, covering a further sixty miles and three more camps, the last day's walk finishes where the Trail on the line of the Wall ends (before diverting down to the banks of the River Tyne).
Day 1 - First Day's Walk - First Night Camp - An afternoon (4-5 hour) walk along the Solway Firth, to the first night's camp. There is a country pub that serves meals right next to the campsite.
Day 2 - Second Day's Walk - Second Night Camp - A full day's walk (6-7 hours) by the banks of the River Eden, via Carlisle (where you can take a break for breakfast or a coffee) then on into the Cumbrian countryside, to a camp set up by a working farm, with a farmhouse that can provide an evening meal (and / or breakfast in the morning), as well as having a drinks license.
Day 3 - Third Day's Walk - Third Night Camp - A full day’s walk (6-7 hours) is up on to the Northumbrian Whin Sill, passing Walltown Crags, to a campsite near the Wall's midway point. There is a country pub that serves meals nearby.
Day 4 - Fourth Day's Walk - Fourth Night Camp - A full-day's walk (6-7 hours) continuing along the Whin Sill, past the Wall's highest point and into the North Tyne valley. The camp is set up by the banks of the River North Tyne, with a café that can offer breakfast and the nearby village has a pub that serves evening meals.
Day 5 - Last Day's Walk - A full day (5-6 hours) following the line of the Wall to Heddon-on-the-Wall, where Trekkers are reunited with their heavy bags.
May
Sat.29th > Wed.2nd June - TREK FULL
June
Mon.14th > Fri.18th - 5 x Tents Available
Mon.28th > Fri.2nd July - 6 x Tents Available
July
Mon.12th > Fri.16th - TREK FULL
Sat.24th > Wed.28th - 3 x Tents Available
August
Sat.7th > Wed.11th - 2 x Tents Available
Maximum 6 x Tents - The maximum number of walkers on a Trek is 12, with tents being able to accommodate one or two persons.
Twin Occupancy Tent - £150 per person
Solo Tent - £199
More Detail and Options in FAQs
*When Treks become fully booked, it is worth noting that availability can change and it may be worth contacting us, in the event that spaces become available at a later date.
'Bowness > Wallsend'
84 Miles - 6 Days - Self-Guided - 5 Nights
Bowness-on-Solway Start - From where the Trail starts, the Trek begins (having dropped main bags off at the first night's campsite, or with us in Carlisle at midday) with an afternoon ten-mile 'stretch of the legs' along the Solway Firth to the first night's camp on the outskirts of a village to the west of Carlisle.
Wallsend Finish - Five full-day walks, covering a further seventy-four miles, with three more camps and a night in a B&B, the last day's walk finishes at the end of the Trail, next to where your main baggage can be collected.
Day 1 - First Day's Walk - First Night Camp - An afternoon walk (4-5 hours) along the Solway Firth, to the first night's camp. There is a country pub that serves meals right next to the campsite.
Day 2 - Second Day's Walk - Second Night Camp - A full-day's walk (6-7 hours) by the banks of the River Eden, via Carlisle (where you can take a break for breakfast or a coffee) then on into the Cumbrian countryside, to a camp set up by a working farm, with a farmhouse that can provide an evening meal (and / or breakfast in the morning), as well as having a drinks license.
Day 3 - Third Day's Walk - Third Night Camp - A full day’s walk (6-7 hours) is up on to the Northumbrian Whin Sill, passing Walltown Crags, to a campsite near the Wall's midway point. There is a country pub that serves meals nearby.
Day 4 - Fourth Day's Walk - Fourth Night Camp - A full-day's walk (6-7 hours) continuing along the Whin Sill, past the Wall's highest point and into the North Tyne valley. The camp is set up by the banks of the River North Tyne, with a café that can offer breakfast and the nearby village has a pub that serves evening meals.
Day 5 - Fifth Day's Walk - Fifth Night B&B - A full-day's walk (5-6 hours) follows the line of the Wall to a B&B accommodation at Heddon-on-the-Wall (a village with two pubs - both serving meals).
Day 6 - Last Day's Walk - A full day's walk (5-6 hours) ends in the afternoon, when Trekkers are reunited with their baggage at a pick-up point in Wallsend.
May
Sat.29th > Thurs.3rd June - TREK FULL
June
Mon.14th > Sat.19th - 5 x Tents Available
Mon.28th > Sat.3rd July - 6 x Tents Available
July
Mon.12th > Sat.17th - TREK FULL
Sat.24th > Thurs.29th - 3 x Tents Available
August
Sat.7th > Thurs.12th - 2 x Tents Available
Maximum 6 x Tents - The maximum number of walkers on a Trek is 12, with tents being able to accommodate one or two persons.
Twin Occupancy Tent - £199 per person
Solo Tent - £250
More Detail and Options in FAQs
*When Treks become fully booked, it is worth noting that availability can change and it may be worth contacting us, in the event that spaces become available at a later date.
After we receive your Deposit of £25 per person - We send the person booking
A Hadrian's Wall ‘Kit List' - An essential guide on what to bring - and what you don't need to
A Hadrian's Wall ‘Advice on Time & Distance Guide' - A unique guide on how to prepare for your walk
After we receive your Final Balance payment (due 8 weeks prior to arrival) - We send the person booking
A Hadrian's Wall Path Map - The latest edition and most-detailed Map of the complete Trail
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