Hadrian's Cycleway

Coast-to-coast cycling from Ravenglass to South Shields
Guidebook to Hadrian's Cycleway, a 174 mile coast-to-coast route across northern England, following the corridor of the Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site. From Ravenglass in Cumbria through Northumberland to South Shields, with an alternative Tynemouth finish, on cycle paths and quiet country roads suitable for cyclists of all abilities.

Cycle Hadrian's Cycleway and follow one of northern England's most historically rich long-distance routes, tracing the corridor of Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site on a 174-mile (280km) coast-to-coast journey from Ravenglass in Cumbria to South Shields on the North Sea. Passing Roman forts, dramatic moorland, the Solway Coast, and the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, this waymarked route is one of Britain's most rewarding cycle touring adventures.

This trusted Cicerone guidebook by Rachel Crolla and Carl McKeating describes the full 174-mile route on quiet roads and cycle paths suitable for cyclists of all abilities, with a suggested three-day itinerary and more leisurely four- and five-day options. A shortened two-day Wall-only option and an alternative stage riding closer to Hadrian's Wall itself are also included.

• Cycle Hadrian's Cycleway in 3 days with suggested stages of 53–64 miles (85–103km), or choose a more leisurely 4 or 5-day itinerary to allow more time to explore the Roman history and landscapes along the route
• Highlights of the route include Ravenglass, the Solway Coast and AONB, Carlisle Castle, Lanercost Priory, the Roman forts of Birdoswald, Vindolanda, Housesteads and Chesters, Hexham, the Tyne Bridge, and the Conversation Piece installation at South Shields
• Navigate with confidence using clear route descriptions with 1:100,000 mapping, city-centre detail maps, and elevation profiles, with GPX files for all route variants available to download
• Tackle a shorter two-day, 100-mile (161km) Wall-only cycle tour, or follow an alternative stage that rides closer to Hadrian's Wall than the official route, offering greater flexibility for your trip
• Plan your Hadrian's Cycleway adventure with comprehensive facilities listings, accommodation information, local history, and practical advice on travel to and from Ravenglass and South Shields

Plan your Hadrian's Cycleway adventure with confidence using this comprehensive guidebook. Immerse yourself in two thousand years of history, wild northern landscapes, and the rich heritage of Roman Britain on one of England's most compelling coast-to-coast cycle routes.

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