Most of the Wall runs through remote countryside but there are sections that pass through the cities and suburbs of Newcastle and Carlisle.

The section between Chollerford and Walton is the highest and wildest part of the path; it is also where the Wall is most visible, and includes several important Roman forts.

This itinerary breaks the 84-mile (135 km) walk into six reasonable stages, and is presented from east to west (against the prevailing wind).

15 miles (24 km) The path starts at the Roman fort and Museum of Segedunum which sets the historical context for the Wall.

Much more of the Wall is visible and parts of it run along the edge of crags, giving superb views over the open countryside to the north.

The Trail follows a parallel path in the wood but visitors are allowed, if they choose, to walk on the Wall.

Part of the path is alongside the River Eden, passing through a pleasant park and over a large footbridge.

14.75 miles (24 km) The first part of this section is rather bare but the walking improves once the path gets beyond the outskirts of Carlisle.

The bus runs between Hexham, Chesters, Housesteads, Once Brewed, Vindolanda, Walton and Haltwhistle approximately once an hour 0900 – 1700.