Milecastle 38, Roman fortification in Bardon Mill, England
Milecastle 38 stands as a rectangular stone fortification measuring 60 feet by 50 feet with gates on both north and south sides at Hadrian's Wall.
The structure was constructed in 122 AD under Emperor Hadrian's orders as part of a series of 80 milecastles positioned at one-mile intervals along the frontier wall.
The milecastle functioned as a customs checkpoint where Roman soldiers collected taxes and controlled the movement of people between the empire's territory and northern Britain.
Visitors can reach the site through marked pathways from Bardon Mill, with designated parking areas available near the Hadrian's Wall walking trail.
Archaeological evidence reveals that between 20 and 30 soldiers lived within the milecastle's two internal barrack blocks, maintaining constant surveillance of the frontier.
Location: Bardon Mill
Part of: Hadrian's Wall
GPS coordinates: 55.00725,-2.35684
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:56
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