Sewingshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall
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Overview
A length of Wall with milecastle remains, impressively sited along the Whin Sill, commanding fine views of many prehistoric and later earthworks to the north.
Features
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- Opening Times: Open at any reasonable time during daylight hours
About the area
If it’s history you’re after, there’s heaps of it in Northumberland. On Hadrian’s Wall you can imagine scarlet-cloaked Roman legionaries keeping watch for painted Pictish warriors while cursing the English weather and dreaming of home.
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Nearby places to stay
Old Repeater Station
Old Repeater Station started life as one of several buildings used as repeater stations on the Newcastle to Carlisle railway line. Now converted into a bed and breakfast, it enjoys an e...
Old High Shield
Old High Shield Cottage is a spacious bungalow with lovely views of Northumberland’s striking scenery. Part of that scenery is one of the UK’s most important historical features, Hadria...
Old High Shield
Old High Shield Cottage is a spacious bungalow with lovely views of Northumberland’s striking scenery. Part of that scenery is one of the UK’s most important historical features, Hadria...
Stonehaugh Campsite
Stonehaugh is a quiet and relaxed rural site situated in the stunning Northumberland National Park between Kielder Water, Hadrians Wall and Hexham. It is set in beautiful moorland on th...
Poplars Riverside Caravan Park
Poplars Riverside is on the banks of the River Tyne, with salmon and trout fishing. Spend your day lazing by the river with the ducks or take a short walk into the village. Gateshead Me...
Hall Barns B&B
Hall Barns B&B is a detached farmhouse located on the edge of Hadrian’s Wall. A working farm, the property has been refurbished to a high standard in both the comfortable en-suite bedro...
Langley Castle Hotel and Restaurant
Langley is a magnificent 14th-century fortified castle, with its own chapel, set in 10 acres of parkland. There is an award-winning restaurant, a comfortable drawing room and a cosy bar...
Old Brewery Cottage and Old Brewery Coach House
Two stone-built Grade 2 listed cottages nestled behind the owners' residence but with independent access. Set in a gravelled courtyard and with off-road parking, the cottages are ideal ...
