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What have the Romans ever done for us? The answer is along this 73-mile wall that, even now after nearly 2000 years, remains one of the most impressive feats of engineering in an empire that regularly delivered impressive feats. Hardly surprising that it’s been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
And by it we mean all of it – the whole 73-mile stretch from Wallsend in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in the west, right on the Cumbrian coast. You can explore virtually all of the remaining wall and visit some of its key sites. These include Roman forts at Vindolanda, Birdoswald, Chesters and Housesteads; museums at Segedunum and Corbridge; and a state-of-the-art visitor centre at The Sill, just outside Once Brewed.
Within touching distance of the wall is Carlisle, Cumbria’s county town and its only city: a 21st-century urban centre built on 2000 years of history, as you’d expect from a town close to the border with Scotland and a major player in the centuries’ old battles between the two traditional foes.
The formidable fortress of Carlisle Castle, itself built with stones from Hadrian’s Wall, stands proud over the cityscape, while a packed programme of heritage tours, activities and exhibitions offers the perfect introduction to times gone by on the edge of an ancient empire. For more modern pursuits, you can keep yourself entertained by exploring and indulging in the city’s fine collection of restaurants and pubs.
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Hadrian's Wall the northern frontier of the Roman Empire
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Wigton
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to hire for 3,4 and 7 night breaks. (some pet friendly accommodation) Fully serviced pitches for Tents, Touring Caravans and Motorhomes. Camping Pods…
Join us for a FREE family fun day at Moorclose Community Centre, Workington on Thursday 23rd July from 1pm - 4pm.
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Maryport to Ireby - 27 miles. A gently graded and meandering route which takes in the coastal village of Allonby before levelling inland to Aspatria and Mealsgate.
Silloth
Nestled on Solway Firth, the Park is an ideal base for exploring the Lake District. The kids and adults alike will love the heated indoor swimming pool, daily kids, entertainment, family bar & bistro, or even the Open Farm.
Whitehaven
From we open at 10.00am on Saturday 24th October we have a great week lined up for you.
We have the Bears Exhibition where you will find books about famous bears, and you can go on a bear hunt with one of our Beacon Museum trails, following covid 19…
Crosby-on-Eden
Open 7 days a week, the Curly Tails Café - adjacent to the children’s play area - overlooks our animal paddocks and surrounding countryside. It’s perfect for a morning breakfast roll, coffee, snacks, lunches, afternoon teas and early evening suppers.
Keswick
join us for the 24th Keswick Beer Festival and all that is is famous for.
Carlisle
From breakfast to lunch, coffee to cocktails, Bartons Yard Café Bar is the perfect place to meet, eat & drink.
This 150 miles cycle route winds its way along the English - Scottish border, weaving in and out of the two countries in lovely countryside from Whitehaven to Tynemouth.
Guide: Reivers Cycle Route. ISBN 1-871149-32-0
Crosby-on-Eden
Cumbria's multi-award winning all-weather attraction on our family farm, meet our friendly animals, try out our exciting indoor and outdoor play areas and explore our nature trail. Our Curly Tails Cafe is open from 10.00 until 17.00.
Carlisle
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Cumbria
** Halloween Week At Muncaster is back! **
Do you dare visit Cumbria's most haunted Castle this Halloween?
Saturday 24th – Saturday 31st October
Open daily 10.30am – til late
Spooky gardens and grounds, bird shows, workshops ideal for children of…
Moresby, Whitehaven
On Christmas Eve, the mysterious Drosselmeyer brings a Nutcracker doll as a gift for his goddaughter Marie. At midnight, the doll comes to life and finds himself in a battle against the Mouse King, determined to save Marie from him.
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Cumbria
Our registered caravanning and camping site is an ideal venue with views stretching over the open countryside to the Solway Firth
Cumbria
Welcome to Lakeland's oldest, longest and most scenic railway!
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian Railway is an award winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. Excellent facilities…
Carlisle
Welcome to The Sally where our hospitality is as warm and roaring as our open log fires.
Maryport
Situated in the centre of Allonby that nestles in a sandy bay on the unspoilt Solway Coast. Our beautifully converted 17thC barn cottages are hidden away in a tranquil courtyard. All have original features retained.
Moresby, Whitehaven
Sweeney Entertainments present T.Rextasy, returning to Rosehill in December 2021 for a rocking good night with The Greatest Hits Tour.
Marc Bolan, with his band T.Rex, was one of the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock…
WIGTON
Wallsend Guest House & Glamping Pods is set along the Solway Coast, a wildlife-rich AONB, & offers 5 Ensuite Bedrooms & 5 fully equipped Ensuite & pet friendly Glamping pods. From this base historic Hadrian's Wall is on your doorstep, Carlisle is…
Whitehaven
Our vision is to be a local theatre of national significance, presenting and producing first class arts and entertainment with a vibrant programme of creative learning.
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