• Heart Of Hadrian's Wall

    A Day Is Never Long Enough
  • Heart Of Hadrian's Wall

    Magical in Winter
  • Heart Of Hadrian's Wall

    Unrivaled Roman Heritage

Explore

This 75 mile long wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the most important monument built by the Romans in Britain.

Stay

We have a wide range of award winning B&Bs, Hotels and Hostels, many who welcome walkers and cyclists.

Eat

Whether you prefer the fine dining of a traditional French Bistro or Indian and Italian cuisine, you won't be disappointed.

Settle to Carlisle Railway

Settle to Carlisle Railway
Settle to Carlisle Railway
Settle to Carlisle Railway

Contact Information

Special Interest

This historic and scenic route was one of the last main line railways built in Britain. It was built by the Midland Railway to allow it to have its own route into Scotland, rather than having to depend on its rival, the LNWR.

The line was opened in 1876 for passengers following a battle with both the weather and the terrain, and over 6000 "navvies" worked on the construction which included 14 tunnels and 22 viaducts. There are several excellent books about the construction and the eventual saving of the line from closure.

The line today is open and getting busier every year with both freight and passenger traffic.

There are several ways to experience the line; -

  • You can get a return ticket from Carlisle to Settle and spend some time exploring this lovely little town.
  • You can get a return to Leeds and experience the whole length of the route
  • Northern Rail also have a day Round Robin ticket which allows you to travel in a circular route from Carlisle to Leeds then York, Newcastle and back to Carlisle. This ticket is also valid from Hexham or Haltwhistle.
  • Northern Rail have several Rover Tickets which cover this route which allow travel within a specified area for any 4 days in 8.

Regardless of which ticket you buy the experience of travelling the line will leave a lasting impression on all who make the trip.

For full details of tickets, prices and timetables visit the Northern Rail website or any Northern Rail manned station.

You'll get a warm welcome at the many towns and villages in the area and there is accommodation for every taste and budget. Take your time to explore the whole of the wall from here – and you can even venture further afield. The Heart of Hadrian's Wall is a great central place to stay and explore all the activities at Kielder Forest, the market town of Hexham, the historic city of Carlisle and the North Lakes, or even the Metro Centre in Newcastle/Gateshead.

From Roman history to action and adventure, the Heart of Hadrian's Wall has it all. Come and spend a while in Britain's Great Outdoors – a day will never be long enough!

Latest Blog Entries

  • Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness in Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country

    11/10/19
    Come and experience warm, cosy tea rooms, roaring log fires amongst stone-walled pubs and take a closer look at the clear skies with its bird-filled treasures. Enjoy misty, atmospheric walks in the Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country. Look up at the dark skies, in the evenings, to see the...
  • Aesica Roman Fort

    18/04/18
    Aesica was the 9th fort on Hadrian’s Wall and is the nearest (clearly visible) site to us here at Broomshaw. When visitors arrive, we often direct them on a shortish walking circuit which will allow them to get their bearings, see ‘ proper remains’ and arrive at The Milecastle...
  • Haltwhistle Burn Gorge

    18/04/18
    Although it provides a direct walking route from Haltwhistle to Hadrian’s Wall at Cawfields, the Haltwhistle Burn Gorge is well kept secret that even some locals are unaware of. From its peaty beginnings in the hinterland behind Hadrian’s Wall, the Haltwhistle Burn makes its way through...