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Roman stone along the escarpment, mile-castles under open sky.

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Open today 10:00 – 17:00
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June is long-daylight; escarpment can be windy — layer up even in warm weather
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Highlights of Hadrian’s Wall with Local Guide
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Highlights of Hadrian’s Wall with Local Guide

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Private 4-mile guided walk along Hadrian's Wall's most stunning stretches

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Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission 10 hr 30 min
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Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission

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Full-day tour from Edinburgh through 2,000 years of Roman and border history

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Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh 10 hr 30 min
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Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

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Small group tour from Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel, Border Abbeys, and Hadrian's Wall

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Hadrians Wall tour full day 7 hr
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Hadrians Wall tour full day

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Full-day guided walk along Hadrian's Wall through Northumberland National Park

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Walking the Length of Hadrian's Wall
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Walking the Length of Hadrian's Wall

Emperor Hadrian ordered a 73-mile barrier raised across northern Britain around AD 122, and much of hadrian's wall still traces the basalt ridge of the Whin Sill today. Roman garrisons manned its mile-castles and turrets, watching the frontier of an empire that stretched to the Euphrates.

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Nearly nineteen centuries later, the line endures as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its curtain wall threading past Housesteads Roman Fort and the windswept crags above. Operators run a hadrian's wall tour from Edinburgh and the popular Edinburgh to Hadrian's Wall day routes, while a hadrian's wall tour from Newcastle reaches the central sector in under an hour. Excavated barracks, the latrine block, and granary footings keep the auxiliary cohorts' daily life legible, and the Roman frontier remains the defining survival of Britannia's edge.

"Nineteen centuries on, the line still traces the basalt ridge it was built to hold."
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You arrive at Housesteads for the 10:00 opening, pay the 10.9 GBP walk-up admission, and climb the slope to the fort gate before the midday coaches reach the car park. The escarpment falls away to the north, exactly the view the auxiliaries scanned for raiders.

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You trace the barrack rows, pause at the famous latrine block, then step onto the curtain wall itself and follow it west toward the crags. Wind pulls at your jacket as the ruins string out along the ridge. By late morning, with a hadrians wall from Edinburgh day trip group filing in behind you, you double back to the museum, then walk a final stretch of Roman stone before descending to the visitor centre.

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What you'll do

Inside a Hadrian's Wall tour, step by step

  1. Car Park & Visitor Centre Orientation
    01 20 min

    Car Park & Visitor Centre Orientation

    Collect tickets, check the large 3D landscape map outside the National Trust visitor centre, and grab a snack from the coffee cart before the uphill walk

  2. Uphill Path to the Fort
    02 25 min

    Uphill Path to the Fort

    Follow the gravelled, partly-tarmacked track up to the museum and fort entrance; pause on the ridge for first views of the Whin Sill escarpment and the wall stretching east and west

  3. Interactive Museum & Mini-Cinema
    03 40 min

    Interactive Museum & Mini-Cinema

    Explore the English Heritage museum displaying altars, jewellery, weapons, and writing tablets; watch the 3D historical film and meet Felix the Roman soldier character with children

  4. Fort Interior Exploration
    04 60 min

    Fort Interior Exploration

    Walk the barrack blocks, granaries, hospital ruins, and commanding officer's house; the communal Roman latrine in the south-east corner is one of Britain's best-preserved examples

  5. Wall Walk to Milecastle 37
    05 45 min

    Wall Walk to Milecastle 37

    Follow the Hadrian's Wall path east or west from the fort for sweeping escarpment views; Milecastle 37 is a 15-minute walk east along the wall crest

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What you'll see inside Hadrian's Wall

The landmarks, rooms, and views travelers on Hadrian's Wall tours remember — all visible on a single visit.

Housesteads Roman Latrine

Housesteads Roman Latrine

The communal latrine in the fort's south-east corner is one of the best-preserved Roman latrines in Britain, originally flushing waste via a sluice-fed water channel shared by up to 20 soldiers simultaneously.

Whin Sill Escarpment Wall Walk

Whin Sill Escarpment Wall Walk

The northern wall face at Housesteads sits atop the dramatic Whin Sill dolerite ridge, and the surviving curtain wall here reaches up to 3 metres in height — one of the tallest intact sections along the entire 73-mile (117 km) structure.

Housesteads Granaries

Housesteads Granaries

Two parallel stone granaries with raised floors supported on stone pillars (pilae) were designed to hold enough grain to supply an 800-strong cohort; the ventilation channels beneath the floors are still clearly visible.

Interactive Exhibition & Mini-Cinema

Interactive Exhibition & Mini-Cinema

The English Heritage museum inside the fort displays excavated altars, jewellery, medical instruments, and replica armour, and a mini-cinema screens a historically researched film about frontier life; the Felix the Roman Soldier character guides younger visitors through the exhibition.

Milecastle 37

Milecastle 37

A 15-minute walk east along the wall from the fort, Milecastle 37 is one of the most photographable of the 80 original gatehouses, preserving two gate piers and north and south wall stubs that illustrate the precision of Roman military engineering.

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Highlights of Hadrian’s Wall with Local Guide
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Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission
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Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh
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Hadrians Wall tour full day
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Open today · 10:00 – 17:00
Opening Hours
Daily 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Opening hours
10:00 – 17:00
Getting there
City-center access via metro and bus
Accessibility
Most experiences are wheelchair-friendly — check individual tours
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, water, phone for mobile voucher
Mon
10:00 – 17:00
Quietest weekday; last entry 16:30
Tue
10:00 – 17:00
Coffee cart in car park available
Wed
10:00 – 17:00
Thu
10:00 – 17:00
Fri
10:00 – 17:00
Busier as weekend approaches
Sat
10:00 – 17:00
Busiest day; arrive early
Sun
10:00 – 17:00
Families peak; arrive by 10:30
Closed on: Dec 24 (Christmas Eve — early closure possible), Dec 25 (Christmas Day — closed)
Main entrance

Housesteads Car Park Entrance

Near Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 6NN

Main car park managed by Northumberland National Park; pay-on-entry charges apply; AD122 bus stops here

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Getting there
City-center access via metro and bus
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, water, phone for mobile voucher

How to get there

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Public Transport · Approx. 1 hr 15 min from Newcastle; 50 min from Carlisle · Train: ~£10–£15 Newcastle–Hexham; AD122 day rover ~£12 adult

Take the Northern Rail train to Hexham station, then board the AD122 Hadrian's Wall Country Bus (runs year-round) to the Housesteads stop; show bus ticket for 20% off walk-up admission

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Car · Approx. 50 min from Newcastle; 45 min from Carlisle · Car park: up to 3 hrs £5, then £2/hr to max £10

From Newcastle take the A69 west to Bardon Mill, then the B6318; a large pay-on-entry car park is directly adjacent to the site

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Walk · Varies by starting point · Free on the trail itself; fort admission applies

Housesteads sits on the Hadrian's Wall National Trail; walkers can approach from Steel Rigg (2.5 miles west) or Sewingshields (3 miles east)

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Taxi · Approx. 20 min · ~£20–£25 one way; pre-book locally

Available from Hexham town centre to Housesteads car park

Dress code

There is no formal dress code at Hadrian's Wall or Housesteads Roman Fort, but sturdy, ankle-supporting footwear is strongly recommended — the uphill path from the car park and the fort interior involve uneven stone surfaces. Weather on the Whin Sill escarpment changes rapidly, so layered, wind-resistant clothing is advisable even in summer.

Bags & security

There are no bag-size restrictions or airport-style security checks at Housesteads Roman Fort. Large backpacks and picnic bags are permitted, and a dedicated picnic area is available near the fort. Leave valuables secured in your vehicle rather than unattended at the site.

Photography

Personal photography and video for non-commercial use is welcome throughout Hadrian's Wall and the Housesteads fort site. Drone flying requires prior written permission from English Heritage and Northumberland National Park — do not launch without it. Tripods are generally permitted in open areas but must not obstruct other visitors.

Accessibility

The path from the car park to Housesteads Roman Fort museum is uphill and approximately 500 metres on a gravelled but steep track — it is not suitable for standard wheelchairs or pushchairs without significant assistance. The fort itself has uneven stone surfaces throughout. Two blue-badge parking spaces are available closer to the site entrance. The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre (nearby) offers fully accessible facilities and is a good base for visitors with mobility challenges.

Mobile phones

Mobile signal along the Whin Sill escarpment and inside the Housesteads museum is variable — coverage can be limited or intermittent. Download the English Heritage app and any offline maps before you arrive. Mobile ticket QR codes are accepted at the fort entrance; screenshot your ticket in advance in case of connectivity issues.

What to bring

  • Sturdy walking shoes or boots
  • Waterproof or windproof jacket
  • Pre-downloaded mobile ticket or printed booking confirmation
  • Water bottle (no café inside the fort)
  • Snacks or a packed lunch
  • Sunscreen and hat (escarpment has little shade)
  • Binoculars for wall views

Not allowed

  • Drones (without prior written permission)
  • Metal detectors
  • Open fires or barbecues
  • Digging or soil disturbance tools
  • Glass bottles in the fort interior
  • Alcohol in excess (open containers)
  • Loud amplified music
  • Commercial filming without a permit
  • Unauthorized souvenir collecting or artefact removal
  • Vaping inside the museum building

Families & strollers

Hadrian's Wall at Housesteads is particularly well suited to families: children can meet Felix the Roman soldier character in the interactive museum, try on replica Roman armour, and handle archaeological replicas. A mini-cinema shows time-travel films about the fort's history. The car park has café snacks and toilet facilities including a baby-change room. Guided tours for children run during school holiday periods, departing from the visitor centre.

Food & drink

There is no café inside Housesteads Roman Fort itself, but toilets, drinks, and snacks are available at the fort daily. A coffee cart operates in the car park Tuesday through Saturday (the National Trust visitor centre café is currently closed for renovation). Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic — a seating area outside the visitor centre is available. The nearest sit-down restaurant options are in Bardon Mill village or Twice Brewed Inn, approximately 2 miles away.

Pets

Dogs on leads are welcome on the open sections of the Hadrian's Wall path and in the car park area. However, dogs are not permitted inside the Housesteads Roman Fort museum building or into enclosed fort structures. Water bowls are often available near the visitor centre; bring your own water for longer walks along the wall.

Good to know

English Heritage and National Trust members receive free admission to Housesteads Roman Fort — bring your membership card. Visitors arriving by the AD122 Hadrian's Wall Country Bus qualify for a 20% discount on walk-up tickets; show the bus ticket to staff on arrival. The Bloomberg Connects digital guide app offers additional interpretive content for the site.

Meeting points

Hadrian's Wall tour meeting points

Housesteads Car Park Entrance

Housesteads Car Park Entrance

Near Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 6NN

Main car park managed by Northumberland National Park; pay-on-entry charges apply; AD122 bus stops here

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Fort Museum Entrance

Fort Museum Entrance

Housesteads Roman Fort, top of uphill path

Ticket desks and staff are located here; present pre-booked QR code or pay walk-up admission

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Around your visit

Hadrian's Wall — everything else worth knowing

Best time to go, insider tips, nearby landmarks, and the cancellation fine print — flip through to skim what matters to you.

Best time to visit Hadrian's Wall

How crowds, weather, and events shift across the year.

Spring (April–May)

Mild weather, lambs on surrounding hillsides, and noticeably fewer visitors than peak summer; ideal for unobstructed wall photography.

Summer (June–August)

Longest daylight hours make this excellent for long wall walks, but school holiday weekends see the heaviest crowds at Housesteads.

Autumn (September–October)

Golden heather on the moorland, lower visitor numbers, and dramatic low-angle light that makes the Whin Sill escarpment especially photogenic.

Winter (November–March)

Coldest and most exposed conditions on the escarpment; crowds are minimal and frosty mornings produce striking landscape images, but check English Heritage for seasonal hour changes.

Helpful tips for your visit to Hadrian's Wall

Small details that turn a good visit into a great one.

Arrive at 10:00 sharp on weekdays

The fort opens at 10:00 and the first 90 minutes are consistently the least crowded; midday coach tours from Newcastle and Carlisle begin arriving around 11:30.

Buy tickets online the day before

Pre-booking via english-heritage.org.uk before midnight the day prior saves 15% on the £10.90 adult price; walk-up tickets are available but cost more.

Wear boots, not trainers

The 500-metre uphill path is gravelled and can be slippery after rain; ankle-supporting boots make a significant difference, especially on the fort's original stone surfaces.

Carry cash for the car park

The Northumberland National Park car park uses a pay-on-entry system; charges apply even to National Trust members, so keep coins or a contactless card ready.

Check the AD122 timetable in advance

The bus runs roughly hourly and the last service back to Hexham or Haltwhistle departs well before dark — miss it and taxi options are limited in this rural area.

Combine with Vindolanda on the same day

The two sites are 3 miles apart by road; Vindolanda active excavations run through summer and the writing-tablet collection complements the Housesteads experience well.

Landmarks near Hadrian's Wall

Non-bookable sights within a short walk — free to visit, easy to pair.

Vindolanda Roman Fort & Museum

Vindolanda Roman Fort & Museum

20 min drive (3 miles SW)

One of Europe's most significant active Roman excavation sites, with nine forts layered on top of each other and exceptional writing-tablet finds

Sycamore Gap

Sycamore Gap

30 min walk west along the wall

Iconic dip in the wall escarpment famous as one of England's most photographed tree locations

The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

5 min drive

Northumberland National Park's fully accessible discovery centre with landscape exhibits and café, adjacent to the B6318

Crag Lough

Crag Lough

15 min walk

Glacial lake directly below the Whin Sill crags offering reflective views back up at the wall; popular with birdwatchers

Roman Army Museum, Walltown

Roman Army Museum, Walltown

15 min drive (8 miles W)

Award-winning 3D film experience about Roman frontier life at Carvoran Fort, operated by Vindolanda Trust

Cancellation policy

Flexible, no hidden fees.

Pre-booked online tickets for Housesteads Roman Fort may be cancelled for a full refund up to 24 hours before your visit date. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the experience start time are non-refundable; the full £10.90 adult admission will be forfeited.

Where to stay

Hotels & districts near Hadrian's Wall

Hand-picked options within walking distance — pick a district for vibe, or a specific hotel for convenience.

Twice Brewed Inn

Twice Brewed Inn

2 miles by road
mid-range

Long-established inn at the heart of Hadrian's Wall Country, with en-suite rooms, a microbrewery bar, and direct trail access

The Sill Bunkhouse (YHA)

The Sill Bunkhouse (YHA)

5 min drive
budget

Purpose-built hostel attached to The Sill Discovery Centre; dormitory and private rooms; popular with wall walkers

Greenhead Hotel

8 miles west
budget

Family-run hotel in Greenhead village beside the AD122 route, with pub food and walker-friendly facilities

Haltwhistle Town Centre

7 miles west
district

Small market town with several B&Bs and guesthouses; nearest town with a railway station for car-free visitors

Bestfield Farm B&B area (Bardon Mill)

2 miles east
district

Cluster of farm B&Bs and self-catering cottages around Bardon Mill village, the closest settlement to the fort

Traveler reviews

Hadrian's Wall tour reviews

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  • "We walked the central section near Steel Rigg on a cool, breezy morning and the views over the Whin Sill were the highlight of the trip. The hadrian's wall path is well marked but the climbs are steeper than I expected, so bring proper boots. Pack layers because the weather shifts fast up on the ridge."
    Emma R. · United Kingdom · 2026-05-18
  • "Standing on the actual frontier of the Roman Empire was something I had wanted to do for years, and the milecastle remains did not disappoint. We booked one of the hadrian's wall tours from Hexham and the guide explained the milecastles and turrets in a way the kids could follow. Vindolanda nearby is worth a half day on its own for the writing tablets."
    Daniel K. · Germany · 2026-04-27
  • "Arrived at Housesteads fort just after opening and had the place almost to ourselves with low cloud rolling over the hills. The Roman frontier feels remote and atmospheric here, and the foundation stones and latrines give a real sense of garrison life. There is a steep walk up from the car park so allow time."
    Sophie L. · France · 2026-03-11
  • "Drove the Military Road and stopped at several sections of the ancient wall along the way. It rained on and off but the dramatic landmarks of Northumberland still came through, especially the long sightlines toward Sycamore Gap. Parking at the popular spots fills early in summer so start before nine."
    Marcus T. · United States · 2026-05-02
  • "We did a guided hadrian's wall tour in February and the frost on the crags made everything sparkle in the low sun. Far fewer crowds than the summer photos suggest, though some smaller sites had reduced hours. The AD 122 bus is handy in season but check the winter timetable."
    Aiko M. · Japan · 2026-02-19
  • "I thought it would just be a low pile of stones but the scale of the Roman frontier across the moorland genuinely surprised me. We bought our hadrian's wall tickets for Vindolanda and Housesteads as a combined option and saved a bit. The cafe at Housesteads does a decent soup after a cold walk."
    Liam O. · Ireland · 2026-01-23
  • "Late autumn was a beautiful time to see the Northumberland landmarks with the bracken turning gold. We focused on the Steel Rigg to Housesteads stretch which packs the best views into a manageable few hours. Sturdy footwear is essential as the path gets muddy after rain."
    Carla S. · Spain · 2025-11-08
  • "The wall is spread over a huge distance so without a car you really rely on the seasonal bus. We joined a hadrian's wall tour for one day and self drove another, which worked well. The reconstructed Roman section and the museum exhibits at Vindolanda were the parts my partner enjoyed most."
    Tom B. · Australia · 2025-09-14
  • "Walked out toward the Sycamore Gap area in the evening light and the way the wall rides the ridgeline is unforgettable to watch as the sun drops. The frontier scenery feels wild and empty once you are away from the car parks. Take a torch if you plan to linger after golden hour."
    Nadia P. · Netherlands · 2025-07-21
  • "Crisp clear day between Christmas and New Year with snow dusting the crags along the Roman wall. Most of the open-air sections are free to walk and we just paid to enter the forts. Roads can be icy so drive carefully on the narrow lanes."
    Greg H. · Canada · 2025-12-29
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Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Hadrian's Wall tours

What are the opening hours of Housesteads Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall?

Housesteads Roman Fort is open daily 10:00–17:00, with last entry at 16:30. These hours apply seven days a week; the site typically closes on 24 and 25 December.

How much does admission to Hadrian's Wall at Housesteads cost?

Walk-up adult admission to Housesteads Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall costs £10.90. English Heritage and National Trust members enter free of charge.

Is there a discount on Hadrian's Wall tickets if I book online?

Yes — pre-booking online at english-heritage.org.uk before midnight the day before your visit saves 15% on the standard adult price. Visitors arriving by the AD122 bus also receive 20% off the walk-up ticket price.

What is the best time to arrive at Housesteads to avoid crowds?

The recommended arrival window for a Hadrian's Wall visit at Housesteads is 10:00–11:30. Arriving at opening allows you to enjoy the escarpment views before midday tour groups from Newcastle and Carlisle begin arriving around 11:30.

How do I get to Hadrian's Wall by public transport?

Take a Northern Rail train to Hexham station, then board the AD122 Hadrian's Wall Country Bus (runs year-round between Hexham and Haltwhistle) to the Housesteads stop. The bus journey from Hexham takes approximately 30–40 minutes.

Is Housesteads Roman Fort accessible for visitors with mobility difficulties?

The path from the car park to Housesteads Roman Fort is steep and approximately 500 metres on uneven terrain, making it challenging for wheelchair users or those with significant mobility difficulties. Two blue-badge parking spaces are available closer to the site; contact English Heritage on +44 1434 344363 for current accessibility details.

Can I take photographs at Hadrian's Wall and the fort?

Personal photography and video for non-commercial use is freely permitted throughout the Hadrian's Wall site and fort. Drone use requires prior written permission from English Heritage and Northumberland National Park.

Are dogs allowed on the Hadrian's Wall path and at Housesteads?

Dogs on leads are welcome on the open Hadrian's Wall path and in the car park area. They are not permitted inside the fort museum building or in enclosed fort structures.

What should I wear for a Hadrian's Wall tour?

Sturdy, ankle-supporting walking boots are strongly advised for any Hadrian's Wall tour, as the path and fort interior involve uneven stone. Bring a waterproof and wind-resistant layer even in summer, as the Whin Sill escarpment is exposed and weather can change quickly.

Is there food and drink available at Housesteads Roman Fort?

There is no café inside the fort, but drinks and snacks are available at the fort daily. A coffee cart operates in the car park Tuesday through Saturday. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic; a seating area is available near the visitor centre.

What is the cancellation policy for pre-booked Hadrian's Wall tickets?

Pre-booked tickets for the Housesteads site may be cancelled for a full refund up to 24 hours before the visit date. Cancellations within 24 hours of the start time are non-refundable.

What nearby Roman sites can I combine with a Housesteads visit?

Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum (3 miles south-west) is the most natural pairing for a Housesteads visit, with active summer excavations and the famous Vindolanda writing tablets. Chesters Roman Fort at Chollerford (8 miles east) contains Britain's finest surviving Roman bathhouse, and the Roman Army Museum at Walltown (8 miles west) offers an award-winning 3D film experience.

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