Hadrian's Wall Run
Run the full length of Hadrian's Wall from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway at your own pace. We provide accommodation, luggage transfer, maps and guidebooks.
Hadrian's Wall Run
https://www.contoursrun.co.uk/hadrians-wall-run
A trail running holiday along the Roman monument, from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway.
From £345 per person
Follow Hadrian’s Wall through stunning Northumbrian countryside on this historic trail running holiday from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway. The rolling hills are sure to test you and offer a serious challenge on a higher mileage itinerary, but with its clear waymarking and abundance of archaeological sites to keep you entertained, Hadrian’s Wall Path is still a great choice for the less experienced multi-day runner.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
This route can be walked in either direction - just tick the 'Reverse Tours' box when choosing your tour to see options travelling in the non-standard direction.
We also organise walking holidays along this route. Find out more.
From £400 per person
One of the three most popular trails in the country, Hadrian’s Wall National Trail provides a quality challenge for runners, yet is still suitable for the less-experienced. Well-waymarked and easy to follow, there’s always something fascinating to look at whenever you need to stop for a breather.
The route follows the line of World Heritage-listed Hadrian’s Wall wherever possible, including big views, big climbs and fascinating historical ruins. Long sections of the Wall, built in AD 122 by Emperor Hadrian, remain intact. You can run right beside them, racing in the footsteps of Roman legionaries.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-HWP1 | From Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway | 2 days running | £400 | |
| R-HWP2 | From Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway | 3 days running | £520 | |
| R-HWP3 | From Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway | 4 days running | £590 | |
| R-HWP4 | From Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway | 5 days running | £640 | |
| R-HWP5 | From Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway | 6 days running | £740 |
Please note that in early September thousands of athletes and spectators flock to the Great North Run in Newcastle/Gateshead. This can have an impact on availability of accommodations and on baggage transfers in the area, in particular, at Wallsend. If you are considering running during this time, please telephone or email us to discuss your options.
Additionally, please note that due to limited availability of good-quality accommodation near the start of the trail, accommodation for the Wallsend stop is typically located around Newcastle or at Whitley Bay. Instructions are provided to travel via the Metro to the beginning of the trail. The cost of this is not included in the cost of your tour.
Travel to Wallsend where your first night's accommodation will be booked
Wallsend to Once Brewed. 42 miles (67km) / 3638 ft (1109 m) ascent
Once Brewed to Bowness-on-Solway. 42 miles (67km) / 2057 ft (627 m) ascent
Depart from Bowness-on-Solway after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
Overnight stops marked with an (L) have very limited accommodation, and therefore more often than not will also require a transfer, particularly on bank holidays and weekends. We will use non-transfer accommodation wherever possible.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to travel more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation in most cases; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard if practical. A very limited number of stops will require you to travel on foot up to two miles off the trail, however these instances will be clearly communicated to you if applicable.
Further transfers may also be required due to some accommodations having a two-night minimum booking policy, especially at weekends.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog-friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Traveller or Single Supplements apply respectively:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
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Enjoying the ease of navigation as you focus on your run through the Northumbrian hills.
Delving into immersive Roman History as you follow Emperor Hadrian’s wall and visit Roman forts and milecastles.
Running through the open wilderness of the Northumbrian countryside, but still finding a friendly town to drop into for fine cakes and tea.
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
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Reverse tour
Dog friendly