
Whistle Stop Tour of Hadrian's Wall
A three-hour driving tour of Hadrian’s Wall—perfect for tight schedules and curious minds.
Tour Description
Step into history without trekking miles! This car-based tour takes you to the most unmissable highlights of Hadrian’s Wall. Think epic views, legendary stories and hidden surprises. This experience is perfect for up to 3 adults. All the adventure, just a touch of walking. What’s included: • Cold bottled water provided in the car • Refreshment stop (Corbridge Coffee Van or the Sill) • Walking poles available on request • Personal tips on where to eat, visit and explore before and after your tour • Flexible drop-off at any convenient location Pick-up options (with tour length): • Local: Hexham, Corbridge, Haltwhistle, or Bardon Mill – 3 hours • Newcastle – 4 hours (requires add-on) • Port of Tyne – 5 hours (requires add-on) Note: your pick-up point shapes the overall tour length and price—we’ll adapt the route to fit your timing, interests and energy. Sites include: • Brocolitia, the Mithraic Temple • Brunton Turret • Housesteads Roman Fort (from outside fort) • Milecastle 37 • Walk a section of Hadrian's Wall (the only permitted section) • The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre (Sycamore Gap exhibition & gift shop) • Chesterholm Roman Milestone Note: Sites visited vary depending on timing and interests. Pass by along the way: • Vindolanda Roman Fort • Causeway House • Crindledyke Lime Kiln • Sycamore Gap (from a distance) • Scenic stretches of the Stanegate Road and Military Way • The Roman Vallum earthworks • The dramatic Whinsill escarpment Note: The tour location is listed as The Sill National Discovery Centre. Don’t worry – once you choose your date and time, you’ll be able to select where you’d like to be picked up and dropped off.
Upcoming Tours
Cancellation Policy
Terms & Conditions – Whistlestop Tour General: Maximum of 4 guests per tour. This means up to 3 adults or 1-2 adults and up to 2 children. All guests must wear seat belts at all times while in the vehicle, as required by UK law. Children & Car Seats: Children under 12 must travel in a suitable child car seat. If you do not provide a suitable car seat for your child, the tour cannot go ahead, and no refund will be given. Cancellations & Rescheduling: Guests may cancel their tour up to 24 hours before the scheduled time for a refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of the start time are non-refundable. Rescheduling is permitted once per booking, within the same 24-hour timeframe. Please email the team at curiuscompass@gmail.com to reschedule. If we cancel a tour (rare), guests may choose a full refund or reschedule. Weather & Safety: Tours proceed in all weathers. Please dress appropriately If conditions are unsafe, we will contact you to arrange alternatives. Other Conditions: No-shows cannot be refunded or rescheduled. Pick-up and drop-off points must be agreed in advance. Supplements apply for non-local pick-up/drop-off. Space is available for small bags or daypacks only—large luggage cannot be carried. Food and drink (other than bottled water) should not be consumed in the vehicle.
Contact Details
The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre, Once Brewed, Hexham, UK
+44 07922009979
curiuscompass@gmail.com


















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