Chesters Roman Fort

Chesters Roman Fort, Chollerford, Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4EP.

Chesters was one of the series of troop bases added to Hadrian's Wall soon after it was built around AD122-123. It is the best preserved example of a Roman cavalry fort in Britain. It seems to have been occupied for nearly three centuries, with several changes of garrison during that time.There is much to see on the ground: the four principal gateways are well preserved, the east and west with short lengths of Hadrian's Wall adjoining them. The entire foundation of the headquarters building is visible, with a courtyard, hall, regimental chapel and strongroom clearly laid out.The military bath house is extremely well preserved, with changing room, latrines and bathing rooms, as is the Roman bridge abutment on the bank of the river. On the site there is also a museum which tells the story of the fort.

Opening Times:

1st Apr-30th Sep	9:30-18:00	Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
1st Oct-31st Mar	10:00-16:00	Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
25th Dec-26th Dec	Closed	Christmas holidays
1st Jan every year	Closed	New Year