In order to separate the Roman Empire in Britain from the 'Barbarians,' in the year 122 Emperor Hadrian ordered the building of an impressive wall. Taking approximately six years to complete, the wall stretches for roughly 80 miles (120km) from South Shields to Ravenglass, passing through present-day Newcastle. Dotted along it are several forts, temples, turrets and milecastles, and visitors can explore these fascinating 2,000-year-old remains, as well as the surrounding countryside. Hadrian's Wall was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, and continues to delight and amaze historically-minded visitors to the north of England.

E-mail: info@hadrians-wall.org

Website: www.hadrians-wall.org

Telephone: (0)1434 322 002

Admission: Free