Today we took the Hadrian's Wall Bus west of Vindolanda, so we could hike along sections where the Wall is still standing
This lake is part of a quarry that was in use until the mid 1940s - the crags in the background were along the route of Hadrian's Wall, but this section of the Wall was destroyed as part of the quarrying operation
Looking back toward the quarry - the Wall and part of a milecastle. The Wall rises, turns and stops abruptly at the quarry
Looking over the Wall northward into barbarian territory
A large helicopter flying overhead
A few climbs on this section
And more climbs - but a beautiful day, with great views north and south
A tower against the Wall - trail is to the right, farmers' fences in the background
Another milecastle
Climbing down into Sycamore Gap
Too many people out today... Couldn't get that iconic photo
And then more climbing
Beautiful farmhouse along the trail, made of familiar looking stone...
Final climb up to Housesteads
And another milecastle, this one with part of an arched entrance
One for Sandy
Section of the trail through a forest
And after 10k, the walls of Housesteads
The climb down from the fort to the parking lot and bus stop
Great dinner in Hexham, in the Heart of Northumberland pub - very dog friendly!
Off to Carlisle tomorrow morning
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