Milecastle 8, Roman military fortification at Tyne and Wear, England
Milecastle 8 measures 19 meters by 15.5 meters with stone walls preserved to a height of 1.75 meters along the northern frontier defense system of Britain.
The structure functioned as a garrison post during the 2nd century AD, housing between 20 to 30 auxiliary soldiers who monitored movement across the Roman frontier.
Archaeological excavations uncovered a stone oven in the southeast corner and a rectangular building containing numerous Roman artifacts from daily military life.
The ancient fortification connects to the Hadrian's Wall Path, allowing visitors to explore the site while walking through Northumberland National Park.
The remains include a Type II gateway and evidence of an 18th-century milking house, demonstrating the structure's adaptation through different historical periods.
Location: Tyne and Wear
Part of: Hadrian's Wall
GPS coordinates: 54.98647,-1.70064
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:15
The Mitre
2.3 km
Scotswood Bridge
2.3 km
Scotswood Railway Bridge
2.1 km
Blaydon Bridge
1.8 km
Milecastle 7
1.7 km
Milecastle 9
1.5 km
Royal Victoria School For The Blind
2.5 km
Temple of Antenociticus in New upon Tyne
2.7 km
Church of St Michael and All Angels
2.6 km
Church of Holy Saviour, Lemington
1.4 km
Church of St Cuthbert
2.6 km
Newburn Library
2.7 km
Newburn War Memorial
2.7 km
Holy Cross Church, Fenham
2.1 km
Newburn Hall Motor Museum
2.6 km
Benwell Waterworks Chimney
2.2 km
Roman Turret Opposite Number 800, Bishops House (denton Hall) With Section Of Hadrian's Wall
652 m
Housing Department Area Offices
2.8 km
Milestone About 21 Metres East Of Small Burn Conduit
2.7 km
Outer West Library
733 m
Vallum crossing at Benwell Fort
2.6 km
Summerhouse
2.8 km
Number 4 And Wall Adjoining To North
2.6 km
Former Whickham View Schools
1.4 km
Hadrian's Wall and vallum in wall mile 8 from Denton to Blucher
583 m
Lemington Cone
1.5 km
Bishop's House
627 m
Milepost, Hawthorn Terrace, North Walbottle, by jct to terrace at back
2.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes