Hadrians Cycleway – Condensed Route

HOLIDAY OVERVIEW

The Condensed Hadrians Cycleway is a Coast to Coast ride with a difference, the beauty of this ride is not the achievement of riding from the west coast to the east coast of England, but in the fact that you have ridden and seen the living history of Hadrians Wall

Built by the Emperor Hadrian from AD122, this 74 mile defensive wall was constructed over a 6 year period to defend the northern edge of the Roman Empire from the invading barbarians in the North. It consisted of 13 imposing forts along the route, as well as mile turrets and defensive walls up to 5 metres high and 2 metres thick.

This condensed route (101 miles) starts in the little hamlet of Bowness on Solway, which is officially the western most point of the original Wall, from here its a 90 min ride to Carlisle and onwards east, passing some of the best sections of Hadrians Wall and some very rural countryside, before joining the River Tyne which takes you all the way through Newcastle upon Tyne to Tynemouth and the end of the route.

Cycle Route Highlights

Breathtaking views from start to finish
Carlisle Castle
Lanercost Priory
Birdoswald Roman Fort
Roman Army Museum (Greenhead)
Vindolanda Settlement (not to be missed)
Hexham Abbey (slightly off route)
Corbridge Roman Town
Wylam Wagonway (disused railway)
Newcastles Millenium Bridge & Quayside
Segudunum Roman Fort

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Self Guided or Fully Supported Holiday

Self Guided – This is normally a “self guided” trip, you will be supplied with maps, route notes and gpx files along with information about the route and accommodations. We are however only a phone call away and can arrange assistance should you require it, normal response time is 1 – 4 hours

Full supported – throughout your trip, our fully trained tour guide will meet you at various points along the route to ensure everyone is okay, supply you with light refreshments and water, they will also carry a stock of spare parts for your bike as well as a spare bike in case of total breakdown.

Transport

Depending upon where you spend your first night, we can put you up in either at the start or the finish or your route or even somewhere in between. We will supply you with transport to the start of the route or from the end of the route back to your vehicle, train station or airport.
We can also collect you from your home location, transfer you to the start and take you back from the finish to home, this is very popular with larger groups and can work out quite cost effective.
We operate three fully licenced 8 seater minibuses and cycle trailers so that your ride across is in comfort.
Bikes are stored individually and packed out with high density foam where necessary.

Accommodation

We only use good quality, cycle friendly, accommodation that is on, or close to the cycle route, generally guest houses, small hotels or inns. All accommodation is on a Bed & Breakfast basis with a full cooked breakfast and vegetarian options always available. We also try and ensure that there is always somewhere close by to have a decent evening meal and some light refreshments. Prices are based on twin or double room occupancy, with single room options available (may be subject to an additional charge).

Route Maps, Route Notes, GPX Files

You will be given a copy of the relevant cycle route maps to use throughout the ride along with general information about the route, detailed maps of where your accommodation is each night, a list of cycle repair shops along the route along with other emergency contact numbers in case of any major or minor mishaps. (One pack/two riders)

We will also send you out a recommended list of what we believe you will require for your ride. We now also have gpx/strava files that are available should you have a garmin type navigator.

Emergency Recovery

If you do have a disaster and are totally stuck, either physically, mentally or mechanically, then we offer an emergency recovery service (up to 4 hour response) to get you off the route and to safety. May be chargeable depending upon circumstances.

Certificate of Completion

We all like a “trophy” to prove that we’ve done something! At Pedal Power we will give everyone who completes the ride a signed and dated Certificate of Completion to prove to those doubters back at home that you did do it.

Baggage transfers

We will pick-up your baggage each day (1 bag per person, up to 15kg) label it and transfer it on to your next nights accommodation. If you have additional bags that you require transferred or bags that you want stored we can happily do that for you as well.

MAP & LOCATION

Itinerary

Suggested 3 day itinerary (West to East). The route is also very popular as a 4 or 5 day itinenary

Please remember this is your
holiday, we can tailor any package to fit your requirements and agenda including additonal non riding days to visit, walk and explore The Wall more closely.

Day 1 - Arrive Newcastle or Tynemouth

Your first night will be on the east coast, in either Tynemouth (if coming by car) or Newcastle if arriving by train or plane.

You can also have your first night in Carlisle if preferred, however if you require transfer back there at the end of the ride there may be additional charges.

Day 2 – Bowness on Solway to Gilsland (36 mile / 58kms)

We will transfer you to the start in the morning, take the obligatory photos and set you on your way for the first days riding. Follow the coastline down the Solway Firth all the way to Carlisle, this is a very flat area but can also be quite windy with on shore winds coming from the west. Carlisle is a lovely town and the Castle is worth exploring. From Carlisle the route takes you to Warwick Bridge then on up a short climb to Brampton.

Just east of Brampton you will pass Lanercost Priory (C12th Monastary) and then the Roman fort of Birdoswald, both are worth a visit.

There’s a lovely walk in the evening back along a preserved section of the Wall to Birdoswald Fort.

Day 3 – Gilsland to Corbridge (31 miles / 50kms)

Not long after your start there is a steep little climb at Greenhead to the Roman Army Museum (well worth a visit). Haltwhistle is a good coffee stop and the Roman settlement of Vindolanda is a must stop destination. Hexham is also a good place to spend a short time and The Abbey is stunning.

Day 4 – Corbridge to Tynemouth (34 miles / 54kms)

The last day and you will follow the River Tyne all the way to the North Sea at Tynemouth, passing through Wylam and along the old Waggonway railway line to Newburn, Newcastle Quayside is a great place for coffee/lunch, then its onwards to your finish at the Sailing Club in Tynemouth.

DATES & PRICES

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Self Guided Ride

All of our self guided package deals can be tailored to your requirements. Please find detailed below of some of our more standard requests

Supported Ride

This is a fixed 3 day ride, arriving on a Sunday in Tynemouth, transfer to Bowness on Solway Monday morning, ride to Brampton, Hexham and finishing in Tynemouth on the Wednesday.

Dates – Call for dates available

Price for the supported 3 night package is £ Call for latest prices

Single room supplement is £150.00

Cycle hire is £85.00

Ebike hire is £150.00

No of Riders	No of Nights	No of Days Riding	Standard (Guest House) Package Price	Luxury (Hotel) Package Price
2-3 Riders	3	3	£445	£565
4 Riders	3	3	£425	£545
5 + Riders	3	3	£405	£525
2-3 Riders	4	4	£545	£705
4 Riders	4	4	£525	£685
5 + Riders	4	4	£505	£665
2-3 Riders	5	5	£645	£845
4 Riders	5	5	£625	£825
5 + Riders	5	5	£605	£805
Single room			£50.00/night	£70.00/night
Solo Rider supplement			+ 50%	+ 50%
Cycle Hire – Giant Escape or Giant Alight Hybrid – up to 3 days			£85.00	£85.00
Additional days			+ £20.00/day	+ £20.00/day
Electric Bike Hire – up to 3 days			£150.00	£150.00
Additional days			+ £40.00/day	+ £40.00/day

– Prices are for guidance only, there may be seasonal or regional variations based on travel dates and accommodation availability, any variations will be confirmed at time of booking.

– Prices are based on 2 people sharing a twin or double ensuite room on a B&B basis and includes baggage transfers, maps, route notes, emergency recovery and transfers.

– Our luxury package is often only available as a double room option, please ask if you require twin rooms.

– Additional nights before or after, or stop overs during your trip can be added.

– PLEASE NOTE: We can tailor any package to fit your specific requirements, just let us know what you require.

** OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON HOLY ISLAND WILL INCUR A MINIMUM £40/PERSON SUPPLEMENT DUE TO INCREASED ACCOMMODATION PRICES AND ACCESS LIMITATIONS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ACCOMMODATION IS VERY LIMITED ON THE ISLAND AND WE CANNOT GUARANTEE IT UNTIL BOOKINGS ARE CONFIRMED**

We do offer discounts for family groups with younger children where they are sharing a family room – just contact us to find out more!

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No of Days Riding

3-5 Days

Ride Options

Self Guided or Supported

Type of Ride

Road, Hybrid/Gravel

Technical Difficulty

Moderate

Fitness Level

Moderate

Total Distance

101 Miles/162 Kms

Total Ascent

1615 Metres/5300 Feet

Full Itinerary PDF

HOLIDAY OVERVIEW

Cycle Route Highlights

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Self Guided or Fully Supported Holiday

Transport

Accommodation

Route Maps, Route Notes, GPX Files

Emergency Recovery

Certificate of Completion

Baggage transfers

MAP & LOCATION

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Newcastle or Tynemouth

Day 2 – Bowness on Solway to Gilsland (36 mile / 58kms)

Day 3 – Gilsland to Corbridge (31 miles / 50kms)

Day 4 – Corbridge to Tynemouth (34 miles / 54kms)

DATES & PRICES

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