Pike Hill Signal Tower, Roman signal tower in Waterhead, England
The Pike Hill Signal Tower consists of stone walls measuring 6 meters on each side, constructed on a mortared rubble platform with deep foundations.
The tower was established during the Stanegate phase of Roman frontier fortification, predating Hadrian's Wall construction in the early second century AD.
The structure communicated with Gillalees Beacon and Barrock Fell stations, forming a network of signal points across northern Roman Britain.
Visitors can access the tower remains through a footpath from the Banks East Turret car park, requiring appropriate footwear for potentially muddy terrain.
The tower stands at a 45-degree angle to Hadrian's Wall, featuring masonry work of superior quality compared to other turrets along the frontier.
Location: Waterhead
Part of: Hadrian's Wall and vallum between the field boundary west of Coombe Crag and Banks Green Cottage and the road to Lanercost at Banks in wall miles 51 and 52
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/pike-hill-signal-tower-hadrians-wall
GPS coordinates: 54.97595,-2.66294
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:42
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