Tullie House, traces the turbulent history of the city of Carlisle and the border regions through interactive displays and audio-visual aids. From the Roman invasion, the building of Hadrian's Wall, and the years of the Border Reivers, the museum examines the history, archaeology, and social history of the Carlisle area. The art gallery houses exhibitions of fine and decorative arts, including an extensive Pre-Raphaelite collection, and changing exhibits of contemporary artists from all across the country.

Langholm has some of the most scenic walks around the town and surrounding countryside. Catering for all abilities, you can enjoy family walks taking in lovely views of the Eskdale Valley and for the more adventurous, challenge yourself with our five peaks; Castle Hill, Meikleholm, Timpen, Warbla and Whita.

To help you find the best hikes and walks around Longtown, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Click on the useful links to get hiking and biking near Longtown.

Walk in the footsteps of the Roman Legions, along the Hadrians Wall National Trail and around the beautiful surrounding areas.

Hadrian's Wall is a World Heritage Site and spans the dramatic countryside of Cumbria and Northumbria (about eighty miles) A significant portion of the wall still exists, particularly the mid-section, and for much of its length the wall can be followed on foot by Hadrian's Wall Path or by cycle on National Cycle Route 72. It is the most popular tourist attraction in Northern England, where it is often known simply as the Roman Wall. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. English Heritage, a government organisation in charge of managing the historic environment of England, describes it as "the most important monument built by the Romans in Britain". Guests can drive to Birdoswald Fort and Visitors' Centre in thirty minutes.