Northumberland · England
Military Road
The B6318 Military Road was built along the line of Hadrian's Wall, and in places the road sits right on top of it. It is a switchback of dips and crests with Roman forts and big Northumbrian skies.
- Distance
- ≈ 30 miles
- Twistiness
- 2/5
- Best season
- April – October
- Best for
- Cars & bikes
Why go
What makes Military Road special
- Housesteads and Vindolanda Roman sites nearby
- Views of the Whin Sill and Sycamore Gap area
- Roller-coaster dips across open country
Watch out for
- Hidden dips can conceal oncoming vehicles
- Tourist parking and pedestrians near sites
- Narrow with little run-off
Road conditions change. Check closures, weather and local restrictions before you set off, and always ride and drive within the limit.
As a group
Taking a group over Military Road
Military Road works well for groups. Brief the group at Heddon-on-the-Wall, keep two-second gaps through the bends and regroup at Housesteads Roman Fort. Sweep can see who's behind throughout.
One shared route
Everyone on the same line from the start.
Lead and sweep
Sweep sees exactly who's behind.
Planned regroups
Stop at Housesteads Roman Fort.
FAQ
Military Road: common questions
How long is Military Road?+
Military Road runs for about 30 miles from Heddon-on-the-Wall to Greenhead in Northumberland.
When is the best time to drive or ride Military Road?+
The best season is April – October. Go early in the day to avoid traffic, and check for closures in poor weather.
Is Military Road good for motorcycles?+
Yes — Military Road is a popular motorcycle road with a twistiness rating of 2 out of 5. Hidden dips can conceal oncoming vehicles.
Can I ride Military Road as a group?+
Military Road works well for groups. Brief the group at Heddon-on-the-Wall, keep two-second gaps through the bends and regroup at Housesteads Roman Fort. Sweep can see who's behind throughout.
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