Carvoran Roman Army Museum

Step into the life of a Roman soldier at this interactive and interpretative museum to experience life on the front line of Emperor Hadrian’s formidable British frontier.

Housesteads Roman Fort

Set high on a dramatic escarpment of Hadrian's Wall, with stunning panoramic views.

Cawfields Quarry

Previously a Roman quarry , where Hadrian’s Wall hangs on the edge of the sheer crags of the Whin Sill, and just one-mile from Herding Hill Farm.

Vindolanda Roman Fort

Only 3 miles from Herding Hill Farm, Vindolanda is one of Europe's most important Roman archaeological sites.

Birdoswald Roman Fort

See the remains Hadrian’s Wall in all its glory.

The 6 Best Free Activities to do in Northumberland

When staying away, we tend to look for things to do that are popular, but they can sometimes be costly. The simple activities that we don’t always think about are often just as fun as the complicated,

Kielder Water and Forest Park

An hour’s drive from Herding Hill Farm, Kielder reservoir is home to the largest manmade lake in Northern Europe

Talkin Tarn Country Park

At Talkin Tarn Country Park discover a 65-acre glacial lake set amid 120 acres of farmland and ancient woodland.

Allen Banks & Staward Gorge

Owned by the National Trust, with miles of waymarked paths and wonderful scenery.

Walby Farm Park

A great day out for the kids, with exciting outdoor play areas, lots of animal friends and Cumbria’s biggest indoor play area.

Go Ape – Matfen

Experience the UK’s number one forest adventure with Go Ape.

The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre

The UK's National Landscape Discovery Centre with exhibitions, a local food café and a shop specialising in local crafts and produce.

Lanercost Priory

The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often-troubled history.

The South Tynedale Light Railway

Preserved steam and diesel locomotives run between Alston Station (875 feet above sea level) and Kirkhaugh

Black Bull Pub

Take a walk down the beautiful Haltwhistle Burn from Herding Hill Farm to visit the oldest inn in Haltwhistle.

The Milecastle Inn

The Milecastle Inn is just a 5 min walk from Herding Hill Farm.

Once Brewed Coffee and Bakehouse

Located within The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, this excellent café has tremendous views of Hadrian’s Wall.

Farmers Markets

Hadrian's Wall Farmers' Market runs on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 10.00am to 2.00pm in and around Greenhead Village Hall.

Twice Brewed Inn

The Inn is set amongst some of the most breath-taking scenery in England and stands in the shadows of Steel Rigg

Blenkinsopp Castle Country Inn

Located in a former 13th century coaching stable, the traditional Castle Restaurant has wooden beams.

Greenhead Hotel

Situated in the hamlet of Greenhead, close to the Hadrian's Wall Path, this is an ideal rest stop.