Birdoswald Roman Fort

Gilsland
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 7DD

Tel: +44 (0)1697 747 602
Fax: +44 (0)1697 747 605
Email: birdoswald.romanfort@english-heritage.org.uk
Web: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk


Visit the fascinating hands-on interactive visitor centre and remains of the Roman fort where you become part of Birdoswald's 2000 years of history. The fort is one of the most spectacular locations for a Roman fort on Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site.

Recent archaeological excavations, fort gateways and fort walls can be seen. Walk along a fine stretch of Hadrian's Wall to Harrow Scar Milecastle.

General Information:

  • Visitor Centre
  • Shop and Tea Room
  • Picnic Area
  • Car and coach park
  • Disabled access and facilities
  • Group accommodation
  • Activities for Schools
  • Special events throughout the year.

     

    Opening Times
    (2006 times)
    1st April to 30th September: Daily 10.00am - 5.30pm, last admission 5.00pm.

    October: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm, last admission 3.30pm.

    Admission Charges
    (2006 prices)
    Adult £3.80; Child £1.90; Concession £2.90; Family £9.50.

    Reduced rates apply to groups of 10 and over.

    English Heritage members Free.

    Directions
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