Built almost 2000 years ago to house a Roman army garrison guarding the nearby bridge across the River Tyne, Chesters Roman Fort is one of the most impressive visitor attractions in the North East. Part of Hadrian’s Wall, it’s the best preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain.
You can easily see what life would have been like here at the Empire’s northern outpost as you wander the officers' quarters and explore the well-preserved baths and steam room.
Completing the picture there’s also an amazing collection of Roman items found during the excavation of the wall. For a fun and informative family day out in Northumberland, Chesters Roman Fort has everything you need.
Curators Choice: Artefacts & Guided tour
Members' Event
Thu 16 Feb
A staff led guided tour of the site and a chance to see behind the scenes at the museum. Take a look at the hundreds of artefacts from the Clayton collection displayed in the museum, with Georgina Plowright, English Heritage Curator for Hadrian's Wall.
For just £46 a year, English Heritage members get free entry to our properties and exclusive discounts.
