Newport Arch

Newport Arch is a Roman gateway in Lincoln made from large limestone blocks with a main passage flanked by smaller openings. The structure remains remarkably sound, with the inner stone surfaces still clearly visible after nearly two millennia.

The gate was built in the 2nd century as the northern entrance to the Roman settlement of Lindum Colonia. It connected the city to the road leading toward York and formed part of the defensive system for this important frontier town.

The structure demonstrates how Romans built gateways designed to last for centuries as working entrances. People and vehicles still pass through the same opening that once served Roman soldiers and merchants centuries ago.

The gate sits on an active street in the city center and is easily accessible for visitors to view on foot. Keep in mind that vehicles still pass through regularly, so stay aware of traffic when visiting.

This is the only Roman city gate in Britain through which modern vehicles pass daily as part of regular traffic. Trucks occasionally strike the structure, showing how ancient stone and contemporary traffic share the same space in an unusual way.