Castrum Branodunum, Roman fort site in Norfolk, England
The rectangular defensive structure covers 2.56 hectares with walls that originally measured 10 feet wide and featured rounded corners with internal turrets.
Built in the 230s AD, this fort formed part of the Saxon Shore network, protecting Britain's coast from maritime raiders across the North Sea.
Archaeological excavations revealed numerous Roman artifacts, including Dalmatian cavalry equipment, coins, pottery, and metalwork indicating military and civilian life.
The archaeological site lies adjacent to the A149 road and connects to the Norfolk Coast Path, with informative National Trust signs explaining the fort's layout.
The fort's northern wall originally stood directly on the seashore serving as a harbor, but coastal changes have positioned it inland behind salt marshes.
Location: Norfolk
Part of: Saxon Shore
GPS coordinates: 52.96390,0.65190
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:38
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