In about 30 days, I’ll begin walking the full length of Hadrian’s Wall—73 miles from coast to coast across northern England. Built on the orders of Roman Emperor Hadrian, construction of the wall began in 122 CE to defend the Roman province of Britannia from northern tribes. It took nearly a decade to complete, with milecastles and towering forts placed at regular intervals to house troops and secure the frontier.
The wall stood as a symbol of Roman strength until it was abandoned around 383 CE as the empire began to crumble. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and in just a few weeks, it’ll become my latest trail and adventure.
The walk will take seven days and will wind through some of England’s most scenic and untamed countryside. Along the way, I’ll have the chance to explore Roman ruins, museums, and archaeological sites. It’s a relatively level path, but I’m training hard now to be ready for the miles ahead.
This journey is more than just a physical walk—it’s a step back through time, a reflection on the rise and fall of empires, and an opportunity to see the landscape that once marked the edge of the known world. I can’t wait to get started.
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