Hadrian's Wall Short Running Break
Enjoy a short break, tackling two days of running from Lanercost to Chollerford along Hadrian's Wall. With accommodation, luggage transfer, maps and guidebooks.
Hadrian's Wall Short Running Break
https://www.contoursrun.co.uk/hadrians-wall-short-running-break
A trail running holiday along the Roman monument, from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway.
From £360 per person
One of the three most popular trails in the UK, 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.
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 £360 per person
This condensed trail running holiday is the perfect way to explore the Roman frontier of Hadrian’s Wall even if you only have a few days to spare. Between Chesters Fort in the village of Chollerford and the ruined priory at Lanercost, this short break follows the most dramatic section of Hadrian’s Wall, running in the footsteps of the Roman legionaries.
Hadrian's Wall Short Running Break takes in the most important archaeological dig sites, as well as plenty of excellent scenery, effectively packing this walk with countless discoveries within just a few days. As well as the Roman forts of Chesters, Housesteads, Vindolanda and Birdoswald, this section of the trail also boasts a range of Saxon burial cists, medieval shielings and even the Temple of Mithras, giving keen historians plenty to discover along the way.
Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
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R-HWPSB | From Chollerford(L) to Lanercost(L) | 2 days running | £360 |