Piercebridge Roman Fort, Roman military fort in Piercebridge, England
Piercebridge Roman Fort is a military stronghold along the River Tees that once contained stone barracks, double-gateway structures, and administrative buildings. The visible remains spread across several hectares and show the layout of a Roman garrison station.
The fort was built around 270 AD and served as a checkpoint on a major road linking York to the Roman frontier in the north. Its strategic location shaped the region for centuries afterward.
The village name comes from the medieval bridge built over the River Tees, which stood on Roman foundations from this fort. Pottery and coins found here offer glimpses of daily military routines from nearly two thousand years ago.
The site is freely accessible year-round, with parking available in the nearby village. Wear sturdy footwear since the ground can be uneven and muddy, especially after rain.
A Roman bathhouse once stood here, and its ruins were later built into a medieval chapel that still exists today. This layering of different periods reveals how later generations repurposed ancient structures.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
