The Hill on the Wall
Bed and Breakfast on Hadrian's Wall
In an outstanding hilltop location overlooking the Irthing Valley and just 300 yards from the Hadrian's Wall National Trail at Birdoswald in Cumbria, this listed 16th century fortified farmhouse, or 'bastle', has three letting rooms. All are ensuite or with a private bathroom and there is a lounge and library for guests. With 1 acre of gardens and ample parking we provide comfort and a warm welcome for all who visit this historic and beautiful Scottish Borders area on the edge of Northumberland / Northumbria.
The House .. An Act of Parliament in 1555 made it compulsory for everyone living in the twenty mile wide Border Zone to build their own defences against reivers and cross-border raiders.
Not everyone complied but the owners of 'The Hill' did. In 1595 this 'bastle' was built and while it has all the comforts of the 21st century its original characteristics have been tastefully retained.
Our bedrooms are named after personalities of the Roman era .. Hadrian's Retreat and Caligula's Chamber are large spacious rooms with superb views of The Wall.
Quality B&B in a quality location! Where to visit, where to walk or cycle; drying facilities, discounts for three nights or more and for parties. Luggage transfer for walkers or cyclists, prior or onward accommodation can be arranged along with packed lunches as long as you give us warning! We can also put you in touch with a Walking Company who can organise walking holidays from accommodation to accommodation, complete with maps and walks.
We are open all year including Christmas and New Year
Good pub food is available from the Samson Inn which is less than one mile from our establishment.
The Long Room, with its log fire and four foot thick walls is a cosy lounge for the use of guests.
The Dining Room contains a large pine table made from the wood of a 17th century mill.
The Hill is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty with much wildlife on display. In fact if you're lucky you may see the odd red squirrel around the property.
Hadrian's Wall is an obvious 'must see' with the National Trail and visitor centres like Birdoswald just a short walk away. There are also other places to interest the discerning visitor such as the famous cities of Newcastle and Carlisle and the Lake District. All are an easy day trip away.
More locally are the market town of Brampton, Lanercost Priory, Talkin Tarn, Hexham and Corbridge, not to mention a visit to Kielder Water.
For walkers, other than those walking The Wall, there are a host of walks into the North Pennines and The Border Country, and for cyclists the little used roads and country pubs provide miles of carefree days out.
Similarly, for the motorist there is much to explore in a largely 'undiscovered' area of great interest.
The area has an abundance of wildlife in its unique and diverse landscapes and history to explore from the efforts of Hadrian's Legions to the Border Reivers and their presidential descendants, and to post-war rocket testing.
From the A69 into Gilsland and follow the brown tourist signs for 'Birdoswald' and you will find us on your right half a mile from the village. From Brampton and Lanercost, pass Birdoswald Roman Fort and at the next 'T' junction turn right and we are on the left after a quarter of a mile.
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This page was last updated: 17 February 2007
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