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The north-west frontier of the Roman empire for nearly 300 years.

Stretching 73 miles (80 Roman miles) across the country from Wallsend in the north east to Bowness-on-Solway on the west coast, Hadrian’s Wall was built by the Roman army under the orders of Emperor Hadrian in AD122. Taking over 6 years to build, the wall boasted 80 milecastles, 17 larger forts and a defensive earthwork, the Vallum, to the south.

Hadrian’s Wall became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, joining a list of places that are so special they are deemed important to the whole of humanity. Hadrian's Wall leaves a lasting impression on any who visit, including writer George RR Martin who used it as inspiration for his own Wall in the bestselling books and hit TV series, Game of Thrones.

The Hadrian's Wall path is an 84-mile long distance National Trail that follows the length of the wall. If you would like to stay at Herding Hill Farm whilst completing the wall, please give us a call. We are located just a mile from Cawfields Quarry.

Did you know all our glamping Wigwam cabins are named after famous landmarks on Hadrian’s Wall, creating the ultimate Hadrian’s Wall glamping experience! Our running water Wigwam cabins are named after ten of the well-known landmarks - Cawfields, Steel Rigg, Sycamore Gap, Birdoswald, Arbeia, Segedunum, Brocolitia, Broomlee Lough, Cuddy’s Crag and Ravenglass. Some of our camping pods are perfect for hot tub breaks Northumberland.

Our big chief Wigwam cabins which accommodate up to 5 people are named after three other Hadrian’s Wall landmarks – Vindolanda, Housesteads and Chesters. All of which are must visits when you stay at Herding Hill Farm.

Our four Wee Brave Wigwam cabins are named after Milecastle, Carvoran, Crag Lough and Wallsend. These Wigwam Cabins can sleep two adults in separate beds or can be made into one large platform bed where 2 adults and 2 small children can sleep together. If you’re interested in finding out more about the story behind our Wigwam cabins, click here.

As a Hadrian’s Wall campsite, we pride ourselves on being in such an advantageous position to enjoy all that this famous location has to offer – including exploring the famous landmarks listed above as well as an abundance of walks and attractions. You will never run out of things to do on your visit to Herding Hill Farm. We are also perfect for camping Haltwhistle, being just 1.5 miles from the town that is known as the Centre of Britain.

Hadrian's Wall is a must-see when camping Northumberland. Further information about our world-famous attraction can be found by visiting the following websites. Read more about the famous Hadrian's Wall historical landmarks by reading our BLOG. The AD122 Hadrian's Wall bus operates seasonally (Apr-Oct) and stops at the campsite entrance.

Ancient Britain

Why not take a tour to find our more about the famous wall? The Hadrian's Wall Tour from Ancient Britain starts from Cawfields Quarry, close to Herding Hill Farm and you can choose from a 2-hour, 4 hour (incorporating the Roman fort of Vindolanda) or full-day tour (adding on the Roman fort of Housesteads). Herding Hill Farm guests will receive a 10% discount from Ancient Britain by quoting code FHUTKDVV when booking. Find out more at:

https://www.ancientbritain.org/book-online/tours/roam-with-the-romans/

The north-west frontier of the Roman empire for nearly 300 years.

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