Housesteads Roman Fort Museums
Haydon Bridge, Northumberland
Housesteads
Northumberland
NE47 6NN
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One of Rome's most northerly outposts, the Wall was built around AD 122 when the Roman Empire was at its height. It remains amongst Britain's most impressive ruins. There were 16 permanent bases along the Wall, of which Housesteads Fort is one of the best-preserved, conjuring up an evocative picture of Roman military life.
Entry is through a small museum, displaying a complete model of how Housesteads once appeared. Excavations at the fort have revealed four double-portal gateways, the turreted curtain wall, three barrack blocks and of course the famous and well-preserved latrines. At the centre are the most important buildings: the commandant's house, head-quarters building and hospital. The fort lies uphill from the car park (a ten minute walk).
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AddressHaydon Bridge, Northumberland, Housesteads, Northumberland, NE47 6NN
Opening times10am - 6pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeMuseums
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