Ilkley Roman Fort, Roman military fort in Ilkley, England.
The stone fortification stands on a plateau 100 meters south of River Wharfe, with natural watercourses on its eastern and western sides.
Built around 80 AD during Emperor Titus's reign, the fort served as a strategic military installation until its abandonment between the 4th and 5th centuries.
Archaeological excavations revealed timber structures, workshops, granaries, and an officer's house, showing the daily operations of Roman military settlements in Britain.
The western wall remains visible at Manor House Museum, while information panels guide visitors through the site's historical features and layout.
The fort controlled vital road connections between Ribchester, York, Manchester, and Aldborough, marking a central point in Roman Britain's transportation network.
Location: Ilkley
GPS coordinates: 53.92690,-1.82434
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:15
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