Milecastle 45, Roman milecastle on Walltown Crags, England
Milecastle 45 measures 18.3 meters by 15.2 meters with stone walls reaching 3.2 meters in width along the defensive frontier.
Built in 122 CE during Emperor Hadrian's reign, this fortification controlled movement between the Roman Empire and northern British territories.
The structure contained two barrack blocks housing Roman auxiliary soldiers who maintained surveillance and collected customs duties from travelers.
Visitors can reach the stone foundations by following the Hadrian's Wall Path from Walltown Quarry Car Park, which requires an uphill walk.
Archaeological excavations revealed evidence of metal working activities and multiple occupation phases within the fortress walls.
Part of: Hadrian's Wall
GPS coordinates: 54.99271,-2.50613
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:59
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