On Foot How to get to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum on foot. Expand Roman Vindolanda Fort & Museum - Accessible from Bardon Mill by public footpaths and bridleways and is only a short detour if walking the Wall. Roman Army Museum - Situated on the line of the Wall, this makes a convenient and informative stop between Greenhead and Walltown Quarry. For more information - Hexham Tourist information on (01434) 652220 or National Parks Visitor Centre on +44 (0)1434 344777/344396 or contact the Vindolanda Trust at [email protected] or on +44 (0)1434 344277. All Vindolanda and Roman Army Museum facilities are reserved for visitors only.
By Pedal Bike How to get to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum by bike. Expand Many of our visitors arrive on bike as part of their journey along the Hadrian's Cycleway. Hadrian's Cycleway is a 170-mile exploration into Britain’s past. As well as magnificent coastal views and breathtaking countryside you’ll see the famous wall itself, Roman forts and museums, quaint villages and attractive market towns, all set in a World Heritage Site. For more information visit Sustrans. At both our attractions we have cycle parking adjacent to the entrances. At Roman Vindolanda (West Entrance) we have a solar powered e-bike charging shelter. So you can park and charge while you visit.
By Bus How to get to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum by bus. Expand Vindolanda - Local Bus - Newcastle - Carlisle (via Haltwhistle and Hexham) (685/85) nearest stop at Bardon Mill or connect to Hadrian's Wall Bus at Hexham or Haltwhistle. Hadrian's Wall Bus also travels from Newcastle to Carlisle stopping at sites along the Wall. For more information contact www.hadrianwallcountry.co.uk or Hexham Tourist information on (01434) 652220 or National Parks Visitor Centre on (01434) 344777/344396. Roman Army Museum - Local Bus - Newcastle - Carlisle (via Haltwhistle and Hexham) (685/85) nearest stop at Greenhead or connect to Hadrian's Wall Bus at Hexham or Haltwhistle. Hadrian's Wall Bus also travels from Newcastle to Carlisle stopping at sites along the Wall. For more information contact www.hadrianswallcountry.co.uk or Hexham Tourist information on (01434) 652220 or National Parks Visitor Centre on (01434) 344777/344396. Hadrian's Wall Bus - AD122 - Runs seasonally please see link for times and prices
By Car How to get to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum by car. Expand Roman Vindolanda Fort & Museum A69: Leave following signs for Vindolanda (near Village of Bardon Mill). Circa 13 miles from Hexham, Circa 35 miles from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (A1), Circa 35 Miles from Carlisle (M6). Alternative Scenic Route: Vindolanda can also be reached from the B6318. If you are using at Sat Nav, please use NE47 7JN as our postcode, however, please use the road signs to Vindolanda when you are in the local area to take you to our main entrance. Or use the google link below to take you directly to our main entrance. Roman Vindolanda on Google Maps Roman Army Museum & Magna Fort A69: Leave following signs for Roman Army Museum (near village of Greenhead). Circa 20 miles from Hexham, Circa 42 miles from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (A1), Circa 28 Miles from Carlisle (M6). Alternative Scenic Route: Roman Army Museum can also be reached from the B6318. If you are using at Sat Nav, please use CA8 7JB as our postcode, however, please use the road signs to The Roman Army Museum when you are in the local area to take you to our main entrance. Roman Army Museum on Google Maps
Electric Vehicle Information Information about charging your your electric vehicle nearby to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum. Expand The closest rapid charging station is at Hexham General Hospital and you can find a fast charger at Wentworth Car Park also in Hexham or Haltwhistle Railway Station. There are standard charging points in the car parks at the Sill, Housesteads Roman Fort, Cawfields and Walltown (next to the Roman Army Museum). For directions to our sites when driving please see by car tab.
By Train How to get to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum by train. Expand Vindolanda - The nearest rail station is Bardon Mill. Connections can be made from Carlisle in the West and at Newcastle-upon-Tyne in the East. For more information and on-line booking you can contact www.thetrainline.com or Travel Line: 0870 608 2608 or National Rail Enquiry Line: 08457 484950 Roman Army Museum - The nearest rail station is Haltwhistle. Connections can be made from Carlisle in the West and at Newcastle-upon-Tyne in the East. For more information and on-line booking you can contact www.thetrainline.com or Travel Line: 0870 608 2608 or National Rail Enquiry Line: 08457 484950
Travel Between Sites How to travel between Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum, on foot, by bike, bus or by car. Expand Below are instructions on travelling between our two sites, Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum. On Foot/ By Bike Links to Google maps for the below options. Vindolanda to Roman Army MuseumROUTE 1: Along Hadrians Wall - 7.7 miles undulating walk - Approx 3 hours, depending on weather conditions. Vindolanda to Roman Army Museum - Wall Walk ROUTE 2: Military road ( Cycle option ) - Approx 7 miles ( 45 minutes Cycle) - This can be a busy road and a more cycle friendly option would be to reverse Roman Army Museum to Vindolanda Option 2 Cycle route - Vindolanda to Roman Army Museum on Military road Roman Army Museum to VindolandaROUTE 1: Along Hadrians Wall - 7.7 miles undulating walk - Approx 3 hours, depending on weather conditions. Roman Army Museum to Vindolanda Walk - Along the Wall via Sycamore Gap ROUTE 2: Longer Walk, however good cycle option off busier roads. 9.1 miles - Approx 3 hours walking / 1 hour cycle. Roman Army Museum to Vindolanda (Via Haltwhistle) By Bus See AD122 timetable for bus link between the two sites. The bus is seasonal. Need a taxi? Ecocabs has a fleet of 4/6 seater taxis and they are 100% electric or hybrid petrol. By Car Vindolanda to Roman Army MuseumROUTE 1: From the exit of the fort, turn left and make your way to A69. Travel west along A69 to Greenhead.ROUTE 2: From the exit of the fort, turn right and make your way to Roman road running parallel to the Wall. At the T-junction turn left and travel west along the Wall to Greenhead. Roman Army Museum to VindolandaROUTE 1: From the exit of the museum, turn right and make your way to A69. Travel east along A69 looking for brown sign post on left to 'Vindolanda'.ROUTE 2: From the exit of the museum, turn left and make your way to Roman road running parallel to the Wall. Travel east along the Wall looking for brown sign post on right to 'Vindolanda'.