Milecastle 29, Roman fortification in Northumberland, England.
Milecastle 29 consists of a rectangular platform with deep trenches around its perimeter, located near the B6318 Military Road in northern England.
Built in the second century AD, this military outpost formed part of Emperor Hadrian's defense system, constructed by soldiers from either York or Chester.
The site reveals Roman engineering methods through its surviving foundation stones, drainage systems, and gateway placement along the frontier wall.
Access to the milecastle grounds is available through the Hadrian's Wall National Trail, which connects multiple archaeological points across northern England.
The milecastle retains visible evidence of its surrounding ditch system, including a rare preserved causeway that crosses opposite its southern entrance.
Location: Northumberland
Part of: Hadrian's Wall
GPS coordinates: 55.03427,-2.17543
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:19
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