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Birdoswald Roman Fort, Gilsland, Gilsland, Cumbria, CA8 7DD
Stand on the same ground as Roman soldiers who once patrolled and guarded their empire. And be blown away by the most famous Roman frontier spanning as far as the eye can see before you. This incredible feat of Roman engineering has dominated the landscape since AD 122.
March like a Roman soldier through a four metre high gatehouse to find the new exhibition. Get your head around the history of Hadrian's Wall with lots of hands-on fun and games.
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T: 01697 747602
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W: www.english-heritage.org.uk
| Type | Entry For | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
|
Single (Adult) |
1 |
£9.00 day ticket |
|
Concession (Over 65s and Students) |
1 |
£8.10 day ticket |
|
Child (Child (5-17 yrs)) |
1 |
£5.40 day ticket |
|
Family (2 adults + up to 3 children) |
5 |
£23.40 day ticket |
|
Family (1 adult + up to 3 children) |
4 |
£14.40 day ticket |
|
Free (English Heritage Members) |
1 |
£0.00 day ticket |
Book your ticket online to get the best price. The prices shown here include a discount. The admission price will be higher if you choose to pay on the day you visit.
Birdoswald Roman Fort is open every day over the summer, weekends in the winter and Wed – Sun in spring. Please check the English Heritage website for full opening times.
| From | To |
|---|---|
| Monday 01/01/2024 | Tuesday 31/12/2024 |
| Wednesday 01/01/2025 | Wednesday 31/12/2025 |
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