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BIRDOSWALD ROMAN FORT

Gilsland, Brampton,
Cumbria
CA8 7DD
t: 01697 747602
e: birdoswald.romanfort@english-heritage.org.uk
w: www.english-heritage.org.uk/birdoswald

Newly relaunched with a much improved visitor experience, this fort is a must-see for your groups. Birdoswald contains the best-preserved defences of any major fort along Hadrian’s Wall together with the longest visible stretch of the Wall itself. As such it’s the one of the best places to get an introduction to the story of the Roman frontier, including how and why the Wall was built. Its rugged setting is sure to inspire a sense of adventure as your groups explore the historic landscape and freely investigate the fort’s three main gates, perimeter walls, angle towers, granaries and drill hall, discovering for themselves how soldiers lived in the fort and went about their daily duties.


  • Enjoy the chance to see the longest continuous stretch of Hadrian’s Wall.
     
  • Take the short Birdoswald Roman Trail through beautiful natural surroundings to discover a number of local Roman structures including Willowford Bridge as well as turrets and milecastles.
     
  • Delve into the history of the Wall at the new exhibition in the visitor centre - featuring playful displays, artefacts and audio-visuals.

 

TOP TIP

With extensive walks to enjoy and so much to see, why not book your group into the Victorian Farmhouse, which sleeps 39 and is perfectly placed within the grounds.