Roman History

Hadrian's Wall marks more than just the extent of the Roman occupation. There is a host of fascinating forts and museums waiting to be discovered. The Wall is also the centre of Hadrian's Wall Country, a rich and varied corridor featuring some of Britain's most unforgettable scenery and a diverse range of ancient and modern attractions stretching from the east coast to the west coast and ten miles north and south of the Wall.

Local to Brampton is Birdoswald Roman Fort one of the most impressive locations for a Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall. Set on a high spur overlooking the River Irthing the views are spectacular and it becomes very clear why the Romans built a fort on the site.

Birdoswald is one of the leading visitor attractions on the line of Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site.

Boasting a fascinating interactive visitor centre complete with a full scale replica of a piece of the wall, audio visual presentation and a life size model of Tony Wilmott (archaeological Director of Birdoswald) who featured in the Time Team programme. The centre takes you through Birdoswald’s history from the Romans through to present day.

http://www.hadrians-wall.org/

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/birdoswald/index.htm