Housesteads Roman Fort
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Contact Details
Haydon Bridge
Northumberland
NE47 6NN
Tel: +44 01434 344363
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Awaiting Grading 2010
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Type: Castle / Fort
A fascinating tourist attraction in North East England, Housesteads is the most complete Roman fort in Britain. Set where Hadrian’s Wall climbs to the top of a dramatic escarpment, there are some stunning views to enjoy from the walls of this ancient fortress.
Imagine how life was for the 800 roman soldiers based here as you wander the remains of the barrack blocks and the commandant’s house. See if you can find the oldest toilets you’ll ever see and there’s a fascinating museum too, complete with a model of how the fort looked in Roman times. With a history that goes back almost 2000 years, it offers a unique family day out in Northumberland.
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £4.80 per ticket type |
| Child | £2.40 per ticket type |
| Concession | £4.10 per ticket type |
| English Heritage members | Free |
| National Trust members | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| 2010 (01/04/2010 - 30/09/2010) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| 2010/11 (01/11/2010 - 31/03/2011) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
* Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A69. On B6318
Public Transport Directions
Bus: Stagecoach in Cumbria AD122 Carlisle-Hexham station (Jun-Sep plus Sundays Apr, May and October. Please contact Traveline 080706082608.
Facilities
Provider Features
- In countryside
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - Car park at site: enquire at information centre on main road.
Catering
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted
- Max group size - 90
- Min group size - 11
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs allowed on leads.
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
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