Hadrian’s Cycleway

The 174 mile route of Hadrian’s Cycleway was officially opened in July 2006. The cycleway, signed as National Route 72, can be cycled in either direction, though it is normally cycled west to east. It runs mainly on country lanes and quiet roads, interspersed with sections of traffic-free path, promenade and riverside path. The coastal sections at either end of the route are relatively flat, but there are a few steep, short hills in the central section. You will ride through some of England’s most dramatic and wild countryside where you can get away from it all and enjoy the freedom of cycling in this unspoilt area.

The Glannavanta Roman Bath House in the port of Ravenglass is the starting point for Hadrian’s Cycleway. From here the route heads northwards along Cumbria’s west coast, before turning inland at Bowness-on-Solway, and following the line of Hadrian’s Wall to the historic city of Carlisle. You will then cycle alongside rivers and quiet country lanes and through woodland, before reaching the dramatic and wild countryside of Northumberland National Park. Between Brampton and Corbridge where much of the wall remains it is worth taking your time to view the many forts and museums in the area, and perhaps take a walk along some of the most spectacular sections of the wall.

Witness for yourself amazing views of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty before you follow the River Tyne to the finish in Tynemouth on the east coast.

Our Holidays

We offer 2 itineraries along Hadrian’s Cycleway. Choose from 4 or 5 days cycling, depending on how far you want to cycle each day, and how much time you want to spend exploring Hadrian’s Wall and looking around the various towns and villages.

Hadrian's Cycleway

Ravenglass to Tynemouth 174 miles/280 km

We have 2 options for Hadrian’s Cycleway. Our 4 day itinerary has daily distances ranging from 40 to 49 miles while our 5 day itinerary takes things a little easier with daily distances of 32 to 38 miles.

Code Length Average per day Price range
HC5 4 days cycling (5 nights) 44 miles/71 km £598 - £741 Full Info Book
HC6 5 days cycling (6 nights) 35 miles/56 km £698 - £877 Full Info Book

Client Feedback

The whole trip was just fantastic, I have recommended it and you to so many people. All we had to think about was the walk each day and what we were going to see. The organisation of it all was faultless and left us to just enjoy it all.

West Highland Way, September 2023
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The staff are very friendly and efficient, the info packs with supporting info are great, the accommodation options are varied and excellent.

Lady Anne’s Way, August 2023
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You have always lived up to, and frequently exceed our expectations. You always respond quickly to requests, with good suggestions and whoever we speak with always seems to have our information to hand – so no explaining things over and over! You also take time to source quality accommodation even though at times you are limited for choice. Thank you for another nice wee walk!

Dales Way, July 2023
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