Pike Hill Signal Tower - Hadrian's Wall

About

Pike Hill is one of the few visible elements of the Roman frontier that pre-date Hadrian's Wall. Before the Wall was built in the early 2nd century AD, the soldiers posted here communicated by signalling to the forts along Stanegate, the road that ran east to west, south of what became the Wall. Later incorporated into Hadrian's Wall, the tower commands magnificent views, which show exactly why this isolated site in Cumbria was chosen as a watch point. Access: There are steps up to the remains of the tower. Parking: The site shares a small car park with Banks East Turret, a two minute walk from the site. The car park is free to Members with a valid sticker. A footpath takes you from the car park to the tower across uneven turf which can become muddy. Please note, the postcodes provided are for the next nearest possible location.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 30 minutes