Hadrian's Wall
Brampton
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Housesteads Roman Fort – Hadrian's Wall
4.6
(14 verified reviews)•Operator: English Heritage Trust
Starting Time10:00 AM
Duration2 h 30 min
Arrive before15 min
Smartphone Tickets
Instant Ticket Delivery
Wheelchair Accessible
Best Times to VisitAfternoon
About
Where’s the oldest toilet in Britain? It’s at Housesteads Roman Fort! This antique latrine is located along Hadrian’s Wall and recalls a time when the long arm of the Roman Empire reached all the way into Britain.
Join a tour of this ancient wonder and explore the crumbled barracks and hospital ruins in perfect Roman military tortoise-formation (or simply walk normally). Marvel at the ancient relics and savor some timeless countryside scenery.
What's Included
- Entrance to Housesteads Museum
- Entrance to Hadrian’s Wall
- Guided tour of the area (only during school holidays)
Must Know
- On closed dates this site may still be open, please check English Heritage directly for more information
- All visitors aged 16+ must scan the NHS Track & Trace QR code upon arrival
Good to Know
Tours are only available through school holidays and they depart from the visitor centre. Please inquire on the day about tour times.
Instructions
1
Before you buy
Kids under 5 get in free, select a free ticket for them.
2
On-site usage
Present your smartphone ticket at the entrance.
3
After your visit
The car park at Housesteads Roman Fort is operated by Northumberland National Park. To support their endeavours in protecting the national park, there is a charge to park in this car park. Up to three hours of parking costs £3.00 and every additional hour thereafter costs £2.00 per hour. The parking fee is payable on exit, or you can pay up to 48 hours after leaving the car park.
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