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2022 March: Hadrian's Wall Quiz
Put your knowledge of Hadrian's Wall to the test on the 1900th anniversary of Britain' most well-known Roman relic.
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Britain was part of the Roman Empire for about four centuries. From the invasion under the emperor Claudius in AD 43 until rule from Rome ended in the early 5th century, Britain was an integral part of a political union that covered most of Europe.
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Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
Enjoy an adventure in Roman Britain with fantastic defences and displays.
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Explore Roman forts along Hadrian's Wall, discover medieval castles and awesome views over the Northumberland coast or head to a tranquil priory - English Heritage has lots to offer in the North East.
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Roman Britain had the largest army of any of the provinces of the empire. Scotland and Ireland remained unconquered, and unrest on the northern frontier was a permanent problem, despite the strength with which Hadrian’s Wall was held.
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It may be considered the ultimate fashion faux pas, but English Heritage is calling on the nation to forego the sartorial sensibilities of the 21st Century and be inspired by the Romans as it launches the first Socks and Sandals Day today (Friday 8 July 2022) to mark the 1900th anniversary of the commencement of the building of Hadrian’s Wall. Anyone who shares a snap of themselves on social media today sporting the socks and sandals look can also spend this new national day enjoying – for free – one of English Heritage’s Roman sites; they’ll also be in with a chance of winning a pair of special Roman-themed socks designed by artist Luke Edward Hall.
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It may be Spring, but Winter is Coming to Hadrian’s Wall
English Heritage has appointed Watchers on the Wall at its Roman forts along Hadrian’s Wall as Game of Thrones approaches its epic final season, the charity announced today (19 March). From Birdoswald Roman Fort in Cumbria to Corbridge Roman Town in Northumberland, the Watchers on the Wall, identifiable by their black cloaks and shields, will be on hand to answer visitors’ questions about the series and sort the bloody fact from the even bloodier fiction.
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Research on Heddon-on-the-Wall
A summary of the present state of research on Hadrian’s Wall at Heddon-on-the-Wall, and its research potential.
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History of Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall
A history of Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall, where the original turf Wall running from Harrows Scar to Bowness on Solway was later replaced in stone.