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Housesteads Roman Fort, Hadrian's Wall

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Description: The most complete Roman fort in Britain, extensively excavated, with the finds displayed in the museum amd visitor centre.

Ownership:
National Trust and English Heritage with Trust

Situation – OS ref: NY 790688

How to get there:
By car: Off the B6318 which runs parallel to and to the north of the A69, Newcastle to Carlisle road. North of Haydon Bridge. Parking. Signposted.
By public transport: Local bus service passes close by.

Seasonal opening details (2005):
All year. Daily except 24th-26th December and 1st January

Opening Hours:
1st April to 30th September - 10am to 6pm, 1st October to 31st March - 10am to 4pm.

Facilities:
National Trust shop, Information Centre and Refreshment Kiosk. Toilets.

Admission:
Adult £3.50, Child £1.80, Conc £2.60.

Contact:
Tel: 01434 344363

Attached attractions:

Additional Information

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Places to stay nearby:
Northumberland

Local towns and villages:
Hexham


Housesteads Roman Fort, Hadrian's Wall, England