Birdoswald Roman Fort

For those who want an introduction to Hadrian's Wall in Cumbria, or an overview of its history and appearance at one single site, Birdoswald is the place to visit.Not only can a Roman fort, turret and milecastle all be seen here: but also, to the east, the longest…
Distance: 5.5 miles away

Housesteads Roman Fort

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…
Distance: 6.7 miles away

Nent Valley and Nenthead

At the Nenthead Mines Heritage Centre, near Alston, the Trust has carried out archaeological recording, conservation, restoration and interpretation of one of the largest the Lead Mining centres in the North Pennines. It has developed the 200 acre site as a visitor and education centre with a…
Distance: 13.7 miles away

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