Question 1

How long is the walk?

Accepted Answer

Approx. 2 miles / 3.2km
Takes  approx. 1 hour, but will most likely be a bit longer with group chatting along the way.

Question 2

What type of clothing is required?

Accepted Answer

•	Comfortable clothing/layers
•	Waterproof/windproof outer jacket
•	Boots / shoes with good sole pattern
•	Hat and gloves
•	Possibly spare  warm clothing

Question 3

What is the meeting/start point?

Accepted Answer

The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, Bardon Mill, Hexham.
Postcode: NE47 7AN
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Question 4

What is the route like?

Accepted Answer

Our Wall route offers stunning scenery & historical significance. With some steep inclines and descents, we walk to the iconic site of Sycamore Gap, the stump alive but lying dormant, whilst undulating hillocks reveal the ingenuity of the stonework of Hadrian’s Wall. We return via the Military Way.

Question 5

How strenuous is the route?

Accepted Answer

This is a Moderate  graded walk: Walks for people with some country walking experience and a relatively good level of fitness as although only short,  it does  include some steep paths and open country.

Question 6

What about Personal Responsibility? Who is responsible for accidents on the walk?

Accepted Answer

It is important to highlight that 'Walk & Talkers' are responsible for their own safety. Anybody joining a Walk & Talk does so at their own risk. Please take care of yourself, walk at your own pace and for as long or short as you feel comfortable with. You can stop or leave a Walk and Talk any time.

Question 7

Is there public transport to The Sill?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The AD122 - Hadrian's Wall bus leaves Hexham Bus Station / Rail Interchange @ 12:30 / 12:33 respectively, arriving @ The Sill at 13:04. The bus departs The Sill @ 16:22, arriving back in Hexham @ 16:53 / 16:56 (Rail Interchange / Bus Station). Trains frequent Hexham from Newcastle/Morpeth etc.

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