Milecastle 26

Milecastle 26 is a small Roman fortlet positioned along Hadrian's Wall with thick stone walls and a preserved gateway still visible today. The structure controlled movement through this frontier and housed a garrison of soldiers stationed at regular intervals across the wall.

Roman soldiers built this fortlet in the 2nd century as part of Hadrian's frontier defense system along the northern edge of the empire. It was one of many similar installations constructed at regular intervals to strengthen the wall's garrison network.

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 runs past this site with information panels explaining its role in the Roman system. Wear weather-appropriate clothing since the location sits on open countryside exposed to wind and rain.

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: December 14, 2025 14:42