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Chesters Roman Bridge Ruins – Planetrees Roman Wall Section loop from Wall

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Chesters Roman Bridge Ruins – Planetrees Roman Wall Section loop from Wall

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Chesters Roman Bridge Ruins – Planetrees Roman Wall Section loop from Wall

02:41

9.58km

190m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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2.58 km

Chesters Roman Bridge Ruins

Highlight • Monument

On the opposite bank of Chesters Roman Fort are the crumbling remains of a Roman bridge across the River Tyne. This once glorious and architecturally-beautiful bridge is one of the most remarkable survivals on Hadrian's Wall and is in the care of English Heritage.

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3.50 km

Chollerford Bridge Over the River North Tyne

Highlight • Viewpoint

The scenic village of Chollerford is superbly situated for exploring the countryside around Hadrian's Wall and for delving into its rich history. The nearby Chesters Roman Fort is a good place to start.

The Battle of Heavenfield, between the Northumbrians and the Welsh, took place near here in around 633, resulting in a victory for the Northumbrians. A stone cross marks the site to the east.

The village occupies a lovely spot on the banks of the North Tyne River and its stoned arched bridge is the main landmark. There are a few amenities by the river, such as the Riverside Kitchen (an ideal lunch spot), the George Hotel and Chesters Bridge B&B.

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3.58 km

Chollerford Riverside Swimming Spot

Highlight • River

There's a footpath down to the river on the side of the bridge without traffic lights. you can walk down to the Riverside (with bikes with a bit of a carry) and go for a mid-ride dip!

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3.62 km

View of the North Tyne from Chollerford Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Chollerford Bridge spans the River North Tyne and provides wonderful views up and down the waterway. There is a footpath down to the river on the side without the traffic lights where you can go for a refreshing dip.

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7.11 km

St Oswald's Church, Heavenfield

Highlight • Religious Site

On the Hadrian's Wall Path and at the southern end of St Oswald's Way lies one of the most important sites in early northern Christianity. St Oswald's Church is at the site of the Battle of Heavenfield where, in AD 635, King (later Saint) Oswald of Northumbria raised a cross before defeating King Cadwallon ap Cadfon of Gwynedd.

The cult of St Oswald spread to Europe and St Oswald's Day is 5th August. Today's oak cross in the field dates to the 1930s.

St. Oswald's stands in a churchyard set in the middle of a field, about 1,200 feet (370 m) from the B6318. The field and the churchyard can be entered by gates, which should be shut after passing through them.

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