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Hadrian's Wall is the best-know visible frontier of the Roman Empire, marking the north westerly extent of Rome's territory.

Hadrian's Wall is one of the great wonders of the ancient world and to walk along the Wall is to retrace history itself and to walk in the steps of Emperor Hadrian.

Built to protect the Roman Empire from the savage Picts, Hadrian's Wall still exists today as excavated ruins across Britain.

The view from Steel Rigg car park along Hadrian's Wall is one of the most photographed in Northumberland, appearing in much of the county's promotional literature.

The wall stretches for 73 miles, dividing England from Scotland. It is one of the most beautiful areas in the UK and if you don't want to walk you can explore by bus.

Discover Roman forts and barracks, unspoiled landscapes, objects from the Roman occupation of Britain under the rule of the Roman Emperor Hadrian.

Hadrian's Wall long distance walk stretches coast to coast across the north of England. Following the line of the Roman wall the national trail visits many Roman ruins.

Concentrated into a small area within a mile of Chollerford, in the River North Tyne valley, is a cluster of some of the finest relics of the Roman occupation of Britain.

In 367 AD all of Britain's barbarian enemies - the Irish, Saxons, Franks, and Picts, launched a series of raids and attacks all along the borders.

Hadrian's Wall was built for the Roman Emperor Hadrian across the narrowest point of England. A visit today yields a fascinating glimpse into a world gone by.

The northern county of Northumberland is home to Hadrian's Wall, built by the Romans over 1500 years ago and stretching for 73 miles bordering Scotland and England.

Hadrian's Wall is a World Heritage Site. It is one of the best places in the UK for exploring history and culture, enjoying outdoor activities and for taking the kids.

The Romans invaded Britain in AD 43. It took thousands of soldiers six years to build Hadrian's Wall and the purpose was to mark the boundaries of the great Roman Empire.

The Roman fort at Vindolanda predates Hadrian's Wall. It defended northern Roman Britain until the fifth century AD and supported a substantial civilian settlement.

Located south of Hadrians Wall in Northumberland UK, visitors are able to see ruins and artifacts unearthed by archaeologists.

Chesters Roman Fort preserves evidence about the military units who occupied forts along Hadrian's Wall and how those forts operated

For half his reign, Hadrian traveled the empire, observing, listening, building, and strengthening the imperial frontiers, leading to decades of peace and stability.

The Pennine Way, one of the most popular long distance walks in Britain, travels 268 miles along the Pennine Hills through three National Parks.

Sometimes called "The Painted Men", the Picts came out of nowhere to rule the north of Britain.

The Vindolanda Calendar is the only example of a portable Roman calendar in Britain and as yet, the whole Roman world.

Northumberland National Park is England's northernmost national park. It contains pre-historic buildings and carvings and is a good area for walking - good fishing too.

The Bistro at Herding Hill Farm near Haltwhistle is a new Northumbria restaurant, with gourmet nights and Michelin-star chefs to tempt visitors to Hadrian's Wall.

The bath house at Chester's roman fort is one of the best preserved on Hadrian's Wall and shows the sort of luxury off duty Roman soldiers could enjoy

With miles of sandy beaches, Northumberland is a great place for a family holiday and there are activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Archaeologist Neil Oliver presents the real story of Scotland as he exposes many myths and legends in this exciting new documentary series.

Hadrian's fascinating personality and the challenges he faced are re-assessed through items from his life time together with historical and architectural evidence.

Housesteads Roman fort is located along Hadrian's Wall. Occupied for over 300 years, it preserves many unique archaeological features.

Over 2,500 miles of public paths for walking, cycling and horse riding across England and Wales are protected as National Trails for their outstanding natural beauty.

The Vindolanda tablets are rare Roman letters and documents that preserve details of life in a roman frontier province

This former major player in world shipbuilding has invested heavily since the decline of heavy industry and has emerged as a leading destination for short city breaks.

While the tourist often remains in the area of London, there is so much to be discovered by visiting the Northern border of England.

Jackboots on Whitehall uses action figures for World War II comedy. It's "Team America without the strings," claims producer.

The enigmatic Picts left many carved symbol stones in the early years AD. This is one of the later types, easily viewed in Edderton churchyard.

The Pennine Way National Trail s England's best known long distance footpath - and its most popular.

Christmas festivities in Newcastle Gateshead include winter markets, ice skating, plays, and concerts. Enchanted Parks, Glow and the Glowmobiles also return in 2008.

Whether touring Rome, Italy, or far-flung Britain, one is amazed by the contributions Hadrian made for generations to enjoy, providing inspiration for over two millennia.

Rough Guides are amongst the best and most popular guidebooks. The new guide to England has almost 1100 pages and is one of the best and most comprehensive books around

The UK pianist Alexander Clarke brings us a meditative musical version of some of the most beautiful scenery in Great Britain: the hills and shorelines of Cumbria.

Catherine Cookson country is a region of beautiful beaches and ancient sites, as well as being the setting for scores of books, television programmes and movies.

History, art, architecture, woodlands, a walled garden (and a few oddities) are all gathered together on the National Trust's largest complete agricultural estate.

From ancient Sumeria through the Roman Empire, walls served mainly to protect cities but, early on, to mark national boundary lines.

The Fell pony from the north of England is one of Britain's rarest native breeds. It numbers approximately 1500, with fewer than 300 running loose on the hills.

Country Walking Magazine in 2004 rated Alfred Wainwright's Coast to Coast Walk across Britain as the second best walk in world, runner up only to the Milford Sound Track.