Hadrian's Wall Day 5 - Wall to Heddon on the Wall

For virtually all of this the route follows the B6318 road. This is known as The Military Road. The Vallum (or ditch see extras) runs alongside the road and clearly the majority of the wall for this section of the walk is where the road currently is. This is the Military Road built by General Wade in 1746 to move troops quickly from Newcastle to Dumfriesshire. Much of the material from the wall was used as hardcore in the construction of the road.

This was the least attractive part of the walk due to the constant noise from passing traffic. The weather conditions remained dry and cool and again perfect for walking. Unfortunately, Charles had injured his knee and was not able to do this part of the walk.

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Miles walked 14.2 Fitbit steps 33844