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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree) – Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall loop from Brocolitia Fort

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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree) – Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall loop from Brocolitia Fort

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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree) – Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall loop from Brocolitia Fort

06:45

25.2km

290m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

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Northumberland National Park

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289 m

Temple of Mithras at Brocolitia

Highlight • Historical Site

Dating back to the 3rd century, the ruins of Temple of Mithras are a fascinating remnant of Roman religion. Mithras was a god beloved of Roman soldiers; the remnants of …

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4.27 km

Turret 33B (Coesike)

Archaeological Site

5.97 km

Milecastle 35 (Sewingshields)

Archaeological Site

7.30 km

View of Hadrian's Wall Path

Highlight • Historical Site

Housesteads is the prime spot on Hadrian's Wall. The visitor centre is agood place to start a walk. The car park is automated with number plate recognition, so there is no avoiding the parking fee.

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8.08 km

Knag Burn Gateway

Highlight • Historical Site

The Knag Burn Gateway serves as an access point to the stunning landscapes of the Northumberland National Park. It's an ideal starting point for those looking to explore through the park.

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10.3 km

Crag Lough

Highlight • Viewpoint

crag lough is a beautifull view from
both directions. keep a look out for the swans having a swim

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10.8 km

The Graig Woodland Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

wasnt expecting to see woods after a long walk along hadrians wall, but a lovely wooded area

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11.5 km

Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree)

Highlight • Natural Monument

As of September 27th 2023 we are shocked and desperately saddened to learn that the famous Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian's Wall has been felled overnight in what appears to …

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11.7 km

Milecastle 39 (Castle Nick) on Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

Milecastle 39, known as Castle Nick, is nestled between Highshield Crags and Peel Crags. With views to the north and south, it survives well. The milecastle appears to have been occupied until the late 4th century.

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12.5 km

Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the most iconic features in the Northumbrian landscape, the cliff face of Steel Rigg shows how the Romans incorporated the natural landscape into their defences against the barbarians.

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25.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

6.77 km

6.50 km

1.05 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.9 km

6.83 km

6.58 km

540 m

395 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

13°C

0°C

33 %

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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree) – Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall loop from Brocolitia Fort

Temple of Mithras at Brocolitia

View of Hadrian's Wall Path

Knag Burn Gateway

Crag Lough

The Graig Woodland Path

Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree)

Milecastle 39 (Castle Nick) on Hadrian's Wall

Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall

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