Ardotalia, Roman fort in High Peak, England
The fort features square defensive towers and a 13-foot-wide gravel road connecting to adjacent fields across its strategic hilltop location.
The Cohors Primae Frisiavonum, a unit of 1000 soldiers including specialized craftsmen, established this military outpost during Emperor Hadrian's reign.
The name Ardotalia originates from British Celtic language elements, translating to high dark hill, reflecting ancient linguistic heritage in Derbyshire.
Visitors can reach the scheduled monument through local routes near Glossop, with the site offering educational insights into Roman military architecture.
The Doctor's Gate Roman road connected Ardotalia to the fort of Navio at Brough-on-Noe, forming part of an ancient military network.
Location: High Peak
GPS coordinates: 53.45250,-1.98806
Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:54
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