Things to do in Henshaw, Northumberland
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Henshaw, Northumberland.
History and Heritage in Henshaw
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Henshaw.
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Winshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
The highest point on the Wall, in rugged country with spectacular
views.
Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
Hadrian's Wall is an epic World Heritage Site, marching 73 miles from sea to sea across some of the wildest and most dramatic country in England.
Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
A fascinating tourist attraction in North East England, Housesteads is the most complete Roman fort in Britain. Set where Hadrian's Wall climbs to the top of a dramatic escarpment.
Hadrian's Wall Cawfields Roman Wall | English Heritage
A fine stretch of Hadrian's Wall on a steep slope, with turrets and
an impressive milecastle, probably built by the Second Legion.
Sewingshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
A length of Wall with milecastle remains, impressively sited along the Whin Sill, commanding fine views of many prehistoric and later earthworks to the north.
Walltown Crags - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
One of the best places of all to see the Wall, dramatically snaking
and diving along the crags of the Whin Sill.
Carrawburgh Roman Fort and Temple of Mithras - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
One of 16 forts along Hadrian’s Wall, Carrawburgh once housed about 500 soldiers responsible for defending the frontier. Nearby stands a fascinating temple to the god Mithras, with facsimiles of altars found during excavation.
Willowford Wall, Turrets and Bridge - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
A fine 914 metre (2,999 feet) stretch of Wall, including two turrets and impressive bridge remains beside the River Irthing. Linked by a bridge to Birdoswald Roman Fort.
Black Carts Turret - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
A 460-metre (1,509 feet) length of Hadrian's Wall including one turret.
Please note: It is not possible for visitors to park here.
Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
A mile-long section of the Wall, rebuilt in stone later in Hadrian's reign. It is linked to Birdoswald Roman Fort.
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The Great Outdoors in Henshaw
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Henshaw.
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Butterburn Flow | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Wild and remote area of blanket bog on the Cumbria-Northumberland border alive in spring to the haunting cries of the curlew. Cloudberry, great sundew and bog rosemary and several species of sphagnum moss are found.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Henshaw
Tow House
Westend Town
Birkshaw
Redburn
Thorngrafton
Bardon Mill
Beltingham
Melkridge
South Tyne
Ridley
Allen
Plenmeller
Chesterwood
Whitfield Hall
Whitfield
Haltwhistle
Langley
West Allen
Haydon Bridge
Bearsbridge
Blenkinsopp Hall
Park Village
Rowfoot
Keenley
Elrington
Catton
Coanwood
Greenhead
Irthing
Newbrough
Lambley
Ninebanks
Stonehaugh
Wharmley
Whygate
Allendale Town
Ouston
Uppertown
Blacka Burn
Halton Lea Gate
Fourstones
Eals
Simonburn
Low Gate
Knarsdale
Warden
Bridge End
Park End
Nether Warden
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