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Hadrian's Wall is a spectacular World Heritage Site, marching 73 miles from sea to sea across some of the wildest and most dramatic countryside in England. Explore ruined forts, museums and a Roman town along the wall to find out more about life on the northern fontier:
- Walk along a Roman high street at Corbridge Roman Town and don't miss the Corbridge Hoard - one of the most significant finds from Roman Britain.
- Chesters Roman Fort and Museum is the best-preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain. Explore a Roman bath-house complex and a Victorian-style museum full of incredible finds.
- Take in breath-taking panoramic views from Housesteads Roman Fort and wander the most complete example of a Roman Fort anywhere in Britain.
- The best place to see the longest continuous stretch of the wall today is Birdoswald Roman Fort. Don't miss the Roman fort, turret and milecastle too.
From 27 April, experience Roman history like never before at Birdoswald Roman Fort and explore the new-look museum at Corbridge Roman Town. Read more…
Hadrian's Wall Timeline
AD 43The Romans Invade
The emperor Claudius launches an invasion of southern Britain, the start of permanent occupation by the Romans.
c 100Northern Forts
Army units in northern Britain are stationed along the Tyne-Solway line, with forts linked by a road between Corbridge and Carlisle.
About us
English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and places - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of empire to a Cold War bunker. Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a company, no. 0744722, registered in England.
How We Are Funded
Our target is to become completely self-funding by 2023. Our confidence in achieving this is based on our track record. During the past 10 years, our commercial income has doubled and we have raised nearly £60m in donated income.
- 66% Self-generated income
- 20% One off capital grant
- 14% Government funding
