A short walk to the highest point of Hadrian’s Wall providing fantastic views across Northumberland.
Distance: 2.3 miles (3.7 km)
Ascent: 125 metres
Route grade: 23 (equivalent to Moderate)
Time to allow: From 1h to 1h 45m
Starting point: YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Grid reference: NY 752 668
What3Words: streak.mysteries.warmers
End point: Circular, to YHA The Sill at Hadrian's Wall
Region: North East of England
Type of walk: Hill
National Parks & National Landscapes: Northumberland National Park
Trails and Ways: A Pennine Journey, Hadrian's Wall Path, Pennine Way
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pushchair accessible: No
Stile free: No
Seats on route: No
Toilets: Yes
Touch free: No
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s nearby
This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL43) Hadrian's Wall