Hadrian's Wall is the most important monument built by the Romans in Britain. Internationally celebrated as a World Heritage Site, it is the best known frontier in the entire Roman Empire, and stands as a reminder of past glories of one of the world's greatest civilisations.
The wall was built by order of the Emperor Hadrian, who came to Britain in AD 122. Over the next six years the army constructed a wall 80 Roman miles long (117 km/ 73 modern miles) and some five metres (15 feet) high, from the east to west of Britain.
There is more to Hadrian's Wall than a wall. Forts, temples and turrets appear all along its line; museums, reconstructions and visitor centres bring the whole frontier and Roman history to life; and walks lead you through spectacular countryside. Time spent exploring this unique Roman heritage spanning nearly 200 years of history will leave you with an unparalleled sense of awe and wonder.
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- Birdoswald Roman Fort, Brampton
- Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle
- Senhouse Roman Museum, Maryport