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United Kingdom, Northumberland, England

Military Road

An arrow straight Roman era road that rolls dramatically beside Hadrian's Wall.

Length

32 km

In miles

19.9 mi

Driving time

35 min

Atlas rating

8.3 / 10

Driving quality7.9
Scenery8.7

The run

Chollerford to Greenhead, following the B6318. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.

Season

Open year round in normal conditions, with the usual care after rain or frost.