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Roman sites in the Lake District

Ambleside Roman Fort   Remains of a 2nd century Roman fort at the head of Lake Windermere. The fort was built during Emperor Hadrian's reign to guard the road from Ravenglass on the coast to Brougham, south of Penrith. The remains include the commandant's house and the granary foundations. Also known as Galava Roman Fort. Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria, England, LA22 0EW Attraction Type: Roman Location: Off the A5095, just north of Waterhead car park. Access through Borrans Park Website: Ambleside Roman Fort English Heritage Location map Details of Ambleside Roman Fort OS NY373033 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Birdoswald Fort and Hadrian's Wall    One of the best Roman forts along Hadrian's Wall, set amid beautiful North Penines scenery. Birdoswald, Cumbria, England, CA8 7DD Attraction Type: Roman Location: 7 miles NE Brampton off B6318 Website: Birdoswald Fort and Hadrian's Wall Phone: 01697 747 602 English Heritage Location map Details of Birdoswald Fort and Hadrian's Wall OS NY620 666 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Hardknott Roman Fort   Extensive remains of a Roman fort in an astonishing, remote position high above Eskdale at the top of Wrynose Pass. Hardknott was founded by the Emperor Hadrian in the early 2nd century AD. The extensive foundations reveal a commandant's house, barracks, parade ground, and bath house. The location in an exposed position below the summit of Wrynose Pass has to be seen. Ravenglass, Lake District, Cumbria, England Attraction Type: Roman Location: On a minor road 9 miles east of Ravenglass, at the top of Eskdale. Access may be difficult in winter. Limited parking at the site. A larger parking area well below the fort makes for a very stiff walk to the site. Website: Hardknott Roman Fort English Heritage OS NY218015 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering