Hadrian’s Wall
Plans are in place to mark a major anniversary for one of Cumbriaâs most significant historical monuments, as details emerge on the possibility of a further archaeological dig at an exciting Roman find in Carlisle.
Next year will be the 1,900th anniversary of the start of construction on Hadrianâs Wall, and work has begun on preparations for a year-long festival of events and activities to mark the major historical milestone.
The Roman wall, the building of which began in AD 122 on the command of Emperor Hadrian, stretches across northern Cumbria and into Northumberland to Wallsend in Tyne and Wear, and in advance of the anniversary, organisations across the north of England are joining forces to prepare to mark the occasion next year.