Will you beat the historic Hadrian's Wall?

Take on an 11 mile or 22 mile circular trail across the most picturesque a section of this world famous landmark, built to guard the North West frontier of the Roman Empire. Skirting the Northumberland National Park, Hadrian's Wall is just under an hour from the vibrant city of Newcastle, home to a Marie Curie Hospice.

Whether you sign up to stride solo or with friends and family, Beat Hadrian's Wall will be an unforgettable experience. We'll be with you every step of the way, offering tailored training plans in the lead up to the hike and waiting for you with a glass of bubbly and medal at the finish line.

Beat the Trails for Marie Curie and help people get the best care possible, to the end.

The first 250 who sign up to Beat Hadrian's Wall will receive a limited edition Beat the Trails 2025 iron patch in their postal welcome pack. These are sent out a month before your trek.

About the route

  • The route starts (and finishes) in the picturesque small town of Haltwhistle, the closest community to Hadrian's Wall.
  • We'll then pass through Haltwhistle's quaint town centre, before joining the tranquil Haltwhistle Burn.
  • The routes will be peppered with dramatic crags and ancient roman ruins. 
  • We'll then join the most dramatic stretch of the 73-mile wall, passing Winshields Crags and Cawfields Lake among others. 
  • The trail will end with a tranquil return down Haltwhistle Burn where you'll be awarded with your Beat the Trails medal and a well-earned glass of fizz!

Have a look at a map of the 11 mile route   and 22 mile route  . The routes are subject to permission and changes. In the unlikley event of any changes, we'll be sure to let all participants know of any updates to the route.

Event details

  • Distance options
    • 11 miles (start time: 9am)
    • 22 miles (start time: 7am)
  • Registration fee
    • 11 miles - £23 (early bird price)
    • 22 miles - £32 (early bird price)
  • Dates

    Saturday 5 July 2025

  • Fundraising target

    £207 per person (this could help fund nine hours of overnight nursing care)

  • Location

    Hadrians Wall, Haltwhistle NE49 9BA

  • Minimum age

    14 years. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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How we support you

Fundraising support

  • Fundraising pack

    Filled with tips and tricks to smash your fundraising target

  • Fundraising support

    From the moment you sign up, all to way the finish line

  • Beat the Trails hub

    An online resource with kit lists, frequently asked questions, and lots more

  • Event resources

    Social media badges and materials to help shout about your challenge

  • Exclusive incentives

    Gifts to celebrate your fundraising achievements along the way

On the day

  • Refreshments

    Start line refreshments to power you up for the trek and rest and refill stations along the way

  • Expert guides

    Support from expert guides and the support team during the hike

  • Professional photos

    An event photographer will be on hand to capture the big day

  • Medal

    A medal and a glass of bubbly at the finish line to celebrate beating your trail

  • Merchandise tent

    So you can look the part as you beat your trail

Have a question about this event?

Ask away. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Contact us

Call 0800 716 146 or email beat-the-trails@mariecurie.org.uk

Frequently asked questions

Check out our FAQs for more details on our Beat the Trails events, from how to sign up to what to bring with you on the big day.


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How your fundraising helps

£32 could help fund an hour of hospice bereavement counselling. 

£60 could help pay for a uniform for a Marie Curie Nurse. 

£207 could help fund nine hours of overnight nursing care. 

£530 could help fund our Companions service to support a family at home for a year. 

Beat the Trails for Marie Curie and help more people get expert end of life care

Register now