Name: Winshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall
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Winshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall

Winshields, Hexham, UK

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Winshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall the length of Wall at Winshields is the highest point on Hadrian’s Wall, in rugged country with spectacular views. The Romans built Hadrian’s Wall from AD 122 to define the northern boundary of the province of Britannia and the north-west boundary of their empire.

Winshields Crags lies halfway along the Wall, where it ascends to its highest point, affording spectacular panoramic views. Two short stretches of the Wall have been conserved on the crags and the locations of two milecastles and three turrets are known.

Free Entry. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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History of Winshields Wall: The Romans built Hadrian’s Wall from AD 122 to define the northern boundary of the province of Britannia and the north-west boundary of their empire. Winshields Crags lies halfway along the Wall, where it ascends to its highest point, affording spectacular panoramic views. Two short stretches of the Wall have been conserved on the crags and the locations of two milecastles and three turrets are known.
The design of Hadrian’s Wall: The original design for Hadrian’s Wall comprised a continuous wall, about 4.5 metres high, with a deep V-shaped ditch on its northern side, stretching for 80 Roman miles (117.5km) from Wallsend on the river Tyne in the east to Burgh-by-Sands on the Solway Firth in the west.
The Wall at Winshields: The Winshields section of Hadrian’s Wall stretches for 1.6 miles (2.6km) between Peel Gap in the east and Caw Gap in the west, crossing high, difficult country halfway along the Wall. The summit marks the Wall’s highest point, at 345 metres above sea level.
The Wall nearby: At Winshields you can enjoy a breathtaking walk to the highest point on Hadrian’s Wall, before continuing to the impressive Roman milecastle at Cawfields, 1.75 miles west. Just under 3.5 miles east of Winshields summit is Housesteads Roman Fort, Britain’s most complete Roman fort.

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Parking: There is parking available (not managed by English Heritage) in Once Brewed, at the Northumberland National Parks visitor centre.

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Price: Free

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Open any reasonable time during daylight hours.

Address: Winshields, Hexham, UK

Post Code: NE47 7AN

Council: Northumberland

County: Northumberland

Road Access: West of Steel Rigg car park; on minor road off B6318.
Bicycle Access: Find this site on The National Cycle Network.
Parking: There is parking available (not managed by English Heritage) in Once Brewed, at the Northumberland National Parks visitor centre.