Highlights of Hadrian’s Wall with Local Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Walking Poles
- Binoculars
- Bus Tickets on AD122
- Digital photos & videos of your experience
- Bespoke map commemorating your experience.
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- The Sill: National Landscape Discovery CentreOnce Brewed, Hexham NE47 7AN, UK
We will meet in front of the Sill next to the picnic benches. We'll be easy to spot in tutus!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.10:00 am
Itinerary
1
The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Vindolanda
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Hadrian's Wall
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Sycamore Gap
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
5.0
based on 9 reviews
Jane_G, Apr 2026
We had a wonderful tour and hike on Hadrians Wall. Our guide Claire was fun, knowledgeable and very accommodating . Excellent communication leading up to the tour so we knew what to expect. It was a fabulous day enjoying the beautiful countryside.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
It was an absolute pleasure and joy to spend with you both.
Jacqueline_M, Oct 2025
What a wonderful experience this tour was. Claire went above and beyond to allow me to join this tour. The history was astounding and the walk was enjoyable despite the weather
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure sharing the history (and a few hidden gems) with you along the way
John_E, Oct 2025
Great booking and pre event communication, the day was led by guide Claire who had bags of historical and local knowledge along with accommodating everyone of all ages and abilities (and dogs), highly recommended this activity
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks so much for the lovely review! I really enjoyed showing you all my favourite bits along the Wall and am glad everyone—Chip included—had a great day out.
ian_t, Oct 2025
The tour guide Claire was excellent and her knowledge of the subject was first rate. Even although the weather could have been better it did not dampen our day.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
It was a pleasure! Glad you enjoyed your atmospheric tour on the Wall!
Brandon_C, Oct 2025
What an amazing experience. The unexpected highlight of our trip to England. Our guide Claire was amazing. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and communicative. She alwo took videos and pictures that she shared with us later. Highly, highly recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Amazing! I am so pleased you enjoyed your time on the Wall!
Egidijus_M, Sep 2025
Great walk along Hadrians wall. Claire did a great job with pacing and historical facts and details. Her walk goes along the best stretch. Without a guide the wall walk is not the same. Plus - Claire has a great sense of humor.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
I had so much fun with you both! Thanks for joining me.
Jill_B, Aug 2025
The walking tour of Hadrian’s Wall with Claire was exactly what I was looking for—a boots-on-the-ground (literally) experience of the wall. Claire is a lovely person—kind, thoughtful, fun (the tutu was the first clue!) and very knowledgeable about the history of Hadrian’s Wall. She also grew up and lives in the area, so is happy to help if you have questions or need recommendations. Claire also took photos and videos of me during the walk, incorporating them into a highlight reel that I absolutely loved. I highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks so much for your lovely comments, Jill! I had such a great time on the Wall with you!
Betty_R, Aug 2025
When I found myself with a few days open in months of planned travel across the UK and Europe, I thought hard and long about where I wanted to spend those bonus days. I certainly knew about Hadrian’s Wall from history books but had never really thought I’d have the opportunity to explore it in person. So…why not?
I poked around on the web, looking for something that would be challenging, but not impossible. That’s exactly what Claire of Curius Compass delivered. She and her partner Katie organize small group tours of the wall, and mine was with Claire and one other traveller. We started out at the Roman Fort and made our way along the wall for just over four miles, all the while learning about the history of what we were seeing—which was more stunning and scenic at every turn.
Not gonna lie-I’m not a professional hiker by any stretch, and my knees are constant reminders of that. Throughout the walk, Claire was kind and patient, and she had a great sense of humour (and adventure-she clearly likes what she does). I guess that’s to be expected.
But what’s important to know is that she also went WAY above and beyond, connecting with me right after I made my reservation with suggestions of things to do and see both in Haltwhistle where I was staying and in nearby towns (including the best ways to get there and back). Although there was a bus service to our meeting point the day of our walk, she was kind enough to pick me up, and she supplied me with hiking poles. Then to top it off, she sent a note along with a dozen pictures and videos after the hike! While I took my own of course, hers are amazing and I’m so pleased to have them as a memory of a great day in Northumberland at Hadrian’s Wall.
10/10 would recommend -- reasonable cost for the adventure—not that you can put a price on an excellent and memorable experience. If you’re in the area and looking for an opportunity to learn about the amazing history of the area, you can’t go wrong with Curius Compass!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
It was an absolute joy to spend time with you on the Wall. Until the next time our paths cross, wander well!
Rosie_M, Jul 2025
Lots of walking. Very interesting. Our guide, Claire was awesome. Lots of sheep everywhere. Very informative.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
It was lovely spending time with you and JoJo on the Wall.
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