Cataractonium, Roman archaeological site in Catterick, England
The excavated settlement of Cataractonium extends across both sides of the River Swale, featuring remnants of defensive walls, roads, and residential structures.
The initial fort was constructed around 70 CE during the governorship of Quintus Petillius Cerialis to support military campaigns in northern Britain.
Excavations revealed multiple altars dedicated to various deities, along with a theatrical mask indicating the presence of entertainment facilities in the settlement.
The archaeological site underwent extensive investigations between 2013 and 2017 during the A1 road upgrade, leading to numerous artifact discoveries.
Archaeologists uncovered a collection of fist-and-phallus pendants in an infant's grave, representing rare ceremonial objects from Roman Britain.
Location: Catterick
Part of: Cataractonium Roman forts and town
GPS coordinates: 54.38420,-1.64972
Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:39
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