Milecastle 26, Roman fortlet on Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland, England.
The stone structure of Milecastle 26 spans 19 meters by 15.5 meters with thick defensive walls positioned along the northern frontier of Roman Britain.
During the second century, Roman soldiers constructed this fortification as part of Emperor Hadrian's defensive network, incorporating a Type II gateway design.
Archaeological excavations at Milecastle 26 revealed evidence of soldiers' daily activities through discovered cooking facilities and storage areas within the fortification.
The Hadrian's Wall Path leads directly to Milecastle 26, with information panels explaining the structure's military function within the Roman defensive system.
The milecastle's position allowed its garrison to monitor both sides of the wall while controlling movement through its gates at precisely measured intervals.
Location: Northumberland
Part of: Hadrian's Wall
GPS coordinates: 55.02046,-2.10967
Latest update: March 9, 2025 11:53
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