EXPLORE Hadrian's Wall

perfectly situated for the pennine way & Hadrian's Wall walks

Vallum Lodge B&B in Northumberland, is about half a mile south of the most scenic part of Hadrian’s Wall, close to all the Roman sites. Vindolanda, Housesteads and Steel Rigg, being within easy walking distance. Vallum Lodge is also listed in the Pennine Way guide book as a place to stay on the Greenhead to Bellingham section of the Trail. There are also numerous local walks to discover – The Haltwhistle Rings collection of 22 walks explores other parts of this beautiful area.

Local Services and Places to Eat

Only 200 metres away is the Twice Brewed Inn serving real ales and good food. The pretty towns of Corbridge and Hexham with its Abbey and market place are 20 minutes away. The Hadrian’s Wall Bus Service connects all the main sites and passes our door. We also have great links to local baggage transfer companies who can collect your bags and drop them at your next destination. For more information on these services, please see our links below.

Hadrian's Wall Trail

Hadrian’s Wall National Trail is an 84 mile coast to coast pathway following the route of Hadrian’s Wall. Vallum lodge is situated in arguably one of the most beautiful parts of the Trail.

Pennine Way TRail

The Pennine Way is a National Trail of upland walking, following the ‘backbone of Britain’. There are 268 miles to walk and Vallum Lodge is situated on the Greenhead to Bellingham route.

Haltwhistle Rings

The Haltwhistle Rings are a series of 22 circular walks. The Haltwhistle Rings Walking Festival has more information and details about the routes and the festival on their website – see link below

UNESCO world heritage site

Hadrian’s Wall was designated a UNESCO world Heritage site in 1987. The National Trust website provides details of the history as well as information on local attractions, such Housesteads.

Dark Skies PArk Northumberland

Northumberland National Park has been awarded Dark Skies status, which provides an invaluable opportunity to see the wonders of the night sky, often with the naked eye. For more information follow the link below

Sycamore Gap Hadrian's Wall

Sycamore Gap is an iconic landmark and a stunning section of the Hadrian’s Wall Trail. The tree is a TV star, famously appearing in Robin Hood, as well as Vera and featured on Tales from Northumberland by Robson Green.

Baggage transfer Services

There are several baggage transfer companies, who will collect and drop your bags at destinations along the wall, leaving you free to walk without carrying heavy bags.

Eating/Drinking: Twice Brewed Inn

Within walking distance of Vallum Lodge is the Twice Brewed Inn, offering hot meals and local ales. For their menu, please follow the link below.

Hadrian's Wall Bus Service AD 122

The Hadrian’s Wall Bus Service connects all the main sites and passes our door. For more information and a timetable please follow the link below.

Guest

Testimonials

Here are a few reviews from our many guests who have stayed with us over the years
(Source : Tripadvisor).

The location is both wild and remote, and yet perfectly situated. Right on the Hadrians Wall walking and cycling routes, on the Pennine Way route, 5 minutes walk to the famous Twice Brewed Inn (recommend popcorn chicken and sticky toffee pudding!) Close to Sycamore Gap, Vindolanda, The Sill National Park Visitor Centre (great family activities organized in the school holidays - we enjoyed pond dipping) and Housesteads Roman Fort. Not forgetting Haltwhistle, the little town that styles itself ‘centre of Britain!’ Plenty to keep our 14 & 11 year olds happy and interested.