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Corbridge Roman Site

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There's a lot of history packed into a small site at Corbridge. There were Roman forts here for several centuries, and they played a pivotal role in Roman control over what is now northern England. The site is located at the junction of the major Roman roads of Stane Street and Dere Street. Indeed, Stane Street passes directly through the site. The first fort was built around 79 AD to aid the invasion of southern Scotland by Agricola. The site was subsequently used to house troops during the building of Hadrian's Wall.

Much of the site has been excavated, revealing a range of buildings, including granaries, a fountain house, barracks, temples, an aqueduct, and houses for both civilians and military.

There is a good museum on site, showing Roman artefacts discovered during excavations of the site. There are hands-on activities, including Roman armour to try on for younger visitors.
Corbridge, Northumberland, England, NE45 5NT

About Corbridge Roman Site
Attraction Type: Roman
Location: On a minor road 1/2 mile north west of Corbridge
Website: Corbridge Roman Site
Phone: 01434 632349
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Nearest Towns and Villages Corbridge - 1.2 miles away Hexham - 2.8 miles away Chollerford - 4.1 miles away Wall - 4.1 miles away Bywell - 4.7 miles away Ovingham - 6.7 miles away Haydon Bridge - 8 miles away Blanchland - 9.1 miles away

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Gate House - 7.9 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Allendale Town, Northumberland Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £164

Braemar - 8.3 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Haydon Bridge, Northumberland Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £200

Dairy Cottage - 11.3 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Castleside, County Durham Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £334.

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The County Hotel - 2.6 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Hexham, Northumberland Stay from: £100.00

The Hexham Royal - 2.7 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Hexham, Northumberland Stay from: £100.00

Hadrian Hotel - 4.6 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Hexham, Northumberland Stay from: £45.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Riggsacre Bed and Breakfast - 0.2 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Corbridge, Northumberland From: £46.00

Priorfield Bed and Breakfast - 0.6 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Corbridge, Northumberland From: £55.00

2 The Crofts - 1.2 miles from Corbridge Roman Site Corbridge, Northumberland From: £38.00

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Corbridge
Tourist Information Centre
Hill Street
Corbridge
Northumberland
England
NE45 5AA
Tel: 01434 632 815
Fax: 01434 634 269
Email: corbridgetic@btconnect.com
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