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Birdoswald Roman Fort
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Birdoswald Roman FortBirdoswald was a major Roman military fort built to protect Hadrian's Wall and a crossing of the River Irthing. There is also a Neolithic burial on the site, and the remains of an Anglo-Saxon hall can be seen. Birdoswald has also been traditionally associated with Camlan, the legendary site of King Arthur's last battle. The fort is remarkably complete, and offers an enjoyable glimpse of life on the Roman frontier long ago. The site covers about 5 acres on high ground above the river gorge, and remains of the early turf wall which preceded Hadrian's Wall are clearly visible. A visitor centre on the site houses displays which trace the history of the fort, Hadrian's Wall, and border raids in the medieval period. Finds from the excavations at Birdoswald are on display at the Tullie House Museum in Carlisle. LOCATION ENTRY: fee charged. Free to English Heritage members.
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