Join me and my Pomeranian, Fifi, on an epic journey across Northern England! We’re cycling the iconic Hadrian’s Wall route (NCN 72) from the East Coast to the West Coast, capturing the raw beauty of the landscape and the deep Roman history that defines this path.
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In this film, we explore everything from the coastal industrial heritage of the Herd Groyne Lighthouse to the rugged hills of Sycamore Gap. Along the way, we stop at incredible Roman sites like Vindolanda and Segedunum, visit ancient churches in Warden and Burgh-by-Sands, and dive into the local flora—including Cowslip, Garlic Mustard, and the history of the ancient Caledonian forests that once spanned this land.
Locations & History covered:
The Start: Herd Groyne Lighthouse, Arbeia, Segedunum, and Wallsend.The
Route: Leamington Glass Cone Kiln, Hagg Bank Bridge, and Corbridge Roman Town.
The Churches: St Michael’s and All Angels (Warden), St Aidan’s, and Lanercost Priory.
The Heart of the Wall: Crindledykes Limekiln, Vindolanda, Sycamore Gap, and The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre.
The Final Stretch: Carlisle Castle, Carlisle Cathedral, Tullie House, King Edward I Monument, and Port Carlisle.
The Finish: Fort Maia Visitor Centre and the beautiful Bowness-on-Solway.
Nature & Botany:We take a closer look at the local environment, identifying Scurvy Grass and Scots Pine while discussing the lost Caledonian forests that once connected the North.
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3 Comments
Thanks for sharing! I found this so interesting, and the visuals are just incredible😍
Really well done, what a super journey to follow, beautiful countryside, fascinating history and the narrator did a good job too! Should be on TV….Oh and I mustn't forget Fifi!❤
Looks good 🔥