Hadrian's Wall Campsite - Stay close to the north-west frontier of the Roman Empire
Looking for the perfect Hadrian’s Wall campsite? Our 5-star Northumberland campsite is ideally located just a short distance from the world-famous Hadrian’s Wall, making us one of the best campsites near Hadrian’s Wall for history lovers, families, couples, and walkers exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is Hadrian's Wall?
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 (hence the name of the Hadrian's Wall bus that runs between Hexham and Haltwhistle and stops at our hadrian wall campsite entrance). 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.
Why stay at a campsite near Hadrian's Wall?
Hadrian’s Wall is one of the most iconic historic landmarks in Britain. Built nearly 2,000 years ago by the Romans, the Wall stretches across northern England from coast to coast, with forts, milecastles, museums, and breathtaking countryside walks along the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail.
By choosing a Hadrian Wall campsite, you’ll wake up surrounded by the natural beauty of Northumberland and Cumbria, with easy access to some of the Wall’s most famous sites.
Why Choose Herding Hill Farm as Your Hadrian’s Wall Campsite?
- 5-star campsite facilities and service
- Family friendly camping at our dog-friendly campsite
- Hot tub accommodation
- Close to top attractions along Hadrian’s Wall - 1 miles from Cawfields Quarry
- Peaceful countryside setting with easy road links
What are the main attractions on Hadrian's Wall?
The Wigwam cabins on our Hadrian's Wall campsite are named after famous landmarks on Hadrian’s Wall. Our running water Wigwam cabins are named after:
- Cawfields - a Dark Sky Discovery Site, perfect for Northumberland stargazing
- Steel Rigg - the start of many walks along the Wall
- Sycamore Gap - once the site of the famous tree read our blog on A New Chapter for Sycamore Gap
- Birdoswald - Roman fort with great views
- Arbeia - the main sea route to the wall in South Shields
- Segedunum - the Eastern end of Hadrian's Wall
- Brocolitia - Roman temple
- Broomlee Lough - inland lake to the North of the Wall
- Cuddy’s Crag
- Ravenglass - close to the Western end of the Wall in Cumbria
Our big chief Wigwam cabins are named after three other Hadrian’s Wall landmarks:
- Vindolanda - one of best preserved sites and museums on the wall
- Housesteads - Britain's most complete Roman fort
- Chesters - Roman cavalry fort on the banks of the River Tyne
Our four Wee Brave Wigwam cabins are named after:
- Milecastle - located every 1.48km along the Wall
- Carvoran - the Magna dig is underway next to the Roman Army Museum
- Crag Lough - visible from a popular walk from Steel Rigg to Housesteads
- Wallsend - as the name suggests this is the Eastern end of the Wall
Read more about the Famous Historical Hadrian's Wall Landmarks in our blog.
What is the Hadrian's Wall Path?
The Hadrian's Wall Path is an 84-mile long distance National Trail that follows the length of the wall. The Hadrian's Wall Walk can also be done as short circular sections, making our campsite an ideal central location. Herding Hill Farm are located just a mile from Cawfields Quarry so is an ideal for walkers of the Wall as well as cyclists on the Hadrian's Cycleway - Route 72, a 170 mile journey along the Roman Frontier.
Hadrian's Wall as a film set
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 Westeros in the bestselling books and hit TV series, "Game of Thrones".
Sycamore Gap was a filming location for the blockbuster movie "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" (1991) which is why the tree at Sycamore Gap was often called the “Robin Hood Tree”. Kevin Costner’s Robin Hood is seen walking past the Wall in one of the film’s most iconic shots. Walkers can reach Sycamore Gap from either Steel Rigg or Housesteads.
Want to find out more about Hadrian's Wall?
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.
There is a wealth of tourism information online to let you plan your visit. To find out more visit: