The Wall
As Hadrian’s Wall approaches its 1900 Anniversary, our relationship with walls is explored with an archaeologist, artist, naturalist and dry stone waller in Northumberland.
In AD122 following the orders of the Emperor Hadrian, work began to protect the north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. Hadrian’s Wall was more than just a barricade. Stretching almost 80 miles from coast to coast and featuring mile castles, barracks, forts, ramparts and settlements it is testimony to the vision and skill of the Roman Empire. As the wall approaches its 1900 Anniversary in 2022, Open Country heads to Northumberland to explore our relationship with walls and their importance with an archaeologist, artist, naturalist and drystone waller.
Produced by Sarah Blunt for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Audio in Bristol.
For more information about Hadrians Wall 1900 Anniversary
https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/hadrianswall1900
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- Thu 16 Dec 2021 15:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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