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Cawfields Roman Wall - Hadrian's Wall

In a nutshell

Take a step back in time with the kids and see a piece of history with a visit to Cawfields Roman Wall, a stretch of Hadrian's Wall on a steep slope.

Address

Haltwhistle, Northumberland

Contact details

Activity type

Gardens and Open Spaces, Historical Sites, Outdoor Activities

Suitable for

Ages 5 - 12, All ages, Teenagers, Under 5s

Price guide

Free

(based on family of 4)

Cawfields Roman Wall - Hadrian's Wall details...

A great starting point to walk to Milecastle 42 and a fine stretch of Hadrian’s Wall.

The second legion built this to protect the weak spot of Hole Gap. It hangs on to the edge of the sheer crags. You can also see the bedrock of the Whin Sill in Cawfields itself, as it used to be a quarry.

Cawfields features public toilets including a fully accessible Changing Places toilet designed with generous space and equipment. There is also an information point and a sheltered picnic area.

Cawfields is also a perfect Dark Skies Discovery Site where you can view the stars in the sky in the Northumberland National Park. NOTE: Please be aware that at night, this is a very dark site indeed and great must be taken around the edge of the quarry lake. Please use the dedicated stargazing platform on the picnic site.

 



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