Will you beat the historic Hadrian's Wall?

Take on an 10 or 20 mile circular trail across the most picturesque a section of this world famous landmark, built to guard the North West frontier of the Roman Empire. Skirting the Northumberland National Park, Hadrian's Wall is just under an hour from the vibrant city of Newcastle, home to a Marie Curie Hospice. Whether you sign up to stride solo or with friends and family, Beat Hadrian's Wall will be an unforgettable experience. We'll be with you every step of the way, offering tailored training plans in the lead up to the hike and waiting for you with a glass of bubbly and medal at the finish line. Beat the Trails for Marie Curie and help people get the best care possible, to the end.

About the route

Haltwhistle start: The route starts (and finishes) in the picturesque small town of Haltwhistle, the closest community to Hadrian's Wall.
Through the town: We'll then pass through Haltwhistle's quaint town centre, before joining the tranquil Haltwhistle Burn.
Crags and ruins: Expect dramatic crags and ancient Roman ruins along the way.
Iconic wall views: We'll then join the most dramatic stretch of the 73-mile wall, passing Winshields Crags and Cawfields Lake among others.
Finish with fizz: The trail will end with a tranquil return down Haltwhistle Burn where you'll be awarded with your Beat the Trails medal and a well-earned glass of fizz!

The route is fully signed and our support teams can help keep you on track. The routes are subject to permission and changes. In the unlikely event of any changes, we'll be sure to let all participants know of any updates to the route.

Route starting and finishing point

Haydon Bridge NE47 6NN

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See the full routes

Check out the full 10-mile and 20-mile routes

Route difficulty

The rugged stone terrain covers short sharp ascents and descents along Hadrian’s Wall, which can provide a challenge. In general the routes would be classed as a moderate difficulty level for participants arriving trained and prepared to walk these distances, gradients and types of terrain.

Difficulty level

10 miles: 2/10
20 miles: 4/10

(1 Being equal to walking a flat riverside walk, 10 being equal to climbing a UK mountain).

Terrain

A mix of well-maintained pavement footpaths, riverside trails, open field paths and rugged stone covered national walking trails. Please note under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

Beat the Trail participant with walking poles

Route options and profiles

10-mile route

Perfect for first-time trekkers, the 10-mile route is a scenic, steady challenge, taking 3 to 5 hours.

Beat The Trails elevation imagery Hadrian's Wall short

20-mile route

Ideal for seasoned hikers, the 20-mile route is tougher and more rewarding, taking 5 to 10 hours.

Beat The Trails elevation imagery Hadrian's Wall long

What to expect

Beat the Trails participants with coffee and pastries

Enjoy refreshments

Complementary hot drink and pastry at the start to power you up for the trail and trail treat stops along the way

Merchandise

You can take home a memento from your trail, to remind you of your achievement.

Get professional photos

An event photographer will be on hand to capture the big day

Beat the Trails participants with medals

Receive your medal

A medal and a glass of bubbly at the finish line to celebrate beating your trail

Beat Hadrian's Wall in action

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How we support you

Fundraising pack and support

Kickstart your fundraising with ideas and support from the moment you sign up

Beat the Trails hub

An online resource, with your event day guide, kit list and training guide and lots more

Community

Support from your community fundraisers, to help with fundraising and any questions

Exclusive incentives

Rewards to celebrate your fundraising achievements along the way

How your fundraising helps

The nurses are currently based in 23 GP practices in the area, with a further eight practices set to join the scheme in the coming months.

£32

could help fund an hour of hospice bereavement counselling.

£60

could help pay for a uniform for a Marie Curie Nurse.

£207

could help fund nine hours of overnight nursing care.

£530

could help fund our Companions service to support a family at home for a year.

Have a question about this event?

Ask away. Call us on 0800 716 146 or email events@mariecurie.org.uk. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. Or check out our FAQs for answers to commonly asked questions.

Beat the Trails FAQs

Have a question about this event?

Ask away. Call us on 0800 716 146 or email events@mariecurie.org.uk. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. Or check out our FAQs for answers to commonly asked questions.

Beat the Trails FAQs

Beat Hadrian's Wall

Will you beat the historic Hadrian's Wall?

About the route

Route starting and finishing point

See the full routes

Route difficulty

Difficulty level

Terrain

Route options and profiles

10-mile route

20-mile route

What to expect

Enjoy refreshments

Merchandise

Get professional photos

Receive your medal

Beat Hadrian's Wall in action

How we support you

Fundraising pack and support

Beat the Trails hub

Community

Exclusive incentives

How your fundraising helps

£32

£60

£207

£530

Have a question about this event?

Have a question about this event?

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