Northumberland National Park is a spectacular natural landscape that's home to an abundance of wildlife. Covering an area of over 1,000 square miles, the park is filled with forested areas, bleak uplands and valley habitats, along with scenic Kielder Water.

The park has several attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall. The wall offers several different walking routes, which allow you to explore its stunning scenery at your own pace.

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Hadrian's Wall was built in the second century to protect the Roman Empire from invaders known as the Picts. The wall stands an impressive 15ft high in places and stretches for 73 miles across the north of England. The wall is a popular destination for walkers, and there are a number of different trails you can follow.

Stretching from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway, the Hadrian's Wall long-distance trail is a popular way to explore Northumberland National Park. You can walk the entire trail, from coast to coast, in around a week (assuming you're feeling energetic!) or spend a long weekend exploring different sections.

Kielder Water is a reservoir in Northumberland National Park that covers around 10 square miles. It was created in the 1970s to provide fresh water for industry and nearby cities. The reservoir is a popular destination for fishing and boating and is the biggest manmade lake in Northern Europe.

The Roman Army Museum is located near Hexham, Northumberland. There are around 600 items on display here, including jewellery, weaponry, and other items dating from the Roman occupation of Britain. The museum has exhibitions that take you through the history of Roman Britain. There are also special events for children at the museum during the holidays.

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