Roman Fort of Newcastle - Half Day Tour of Hadrian's Wall

Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, marks the historic frontier of the Roman Empire. Spanning 80 Roman miles across dramatic landscapes, the wall reflects centuries of military strategy, cultural exchange and daily life on the empire’s northern edge. This half-day tour focuses on Segedunum, the fort at the eastern end of the wall. Here, you can explore impressive reconstructions, walk along a visible section of the wall and step directly into the world of Roman soldiers. Segedunum, located in what is now Wallsend, was once home to a mixed cavalry and infantry unit from France—the Fourth Cohort of Lingones—tasked with guarding the frontier and monitoring crossings along the river as much as the wall itself.

After exploring the fort, the tour continues to the Great North Museum in Newcastle, which holds one of the most significant Roman collections in northern Britain. Your guide will bring these artefacts to life, offering a deeper understanding of how people lived, worked and defended this remote edge of the empire. This experience is perfect for history lovers and anyone curious about Roman Britain, while staying close to urban Tyneside and Newcastle. The tour includes entry to both Segedunum Roman Fort and the Great North Museum.