Name: Ambleside Roman Fort
Rating: 5.0

Ambleside Roman Fort

Ambleside LA22 0EN, UK

1-99 Years

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Ambleside Roman Fort, On the shores of Lake Windermere, the well-marked remains of Ambleside Roman Fort date from the 2nd century. It was built under Hadrian’s rule to guard the Roman road from Brougham to Ravenglass and to act as a supply base.

Follow in the footsteps of the Romans by visiting two other Roman sites in the area, once linked to Ambleside by a Roman road. From the remains of the bath house at Ravenglass, the road went east to Hardknott Roman Fort, and from there it descended to the shores of Lake Windermere, and to Ambleside Roman Fort.

Entry free. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

The Romano-British fort that visitors see at Ambleside today was built during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (AD 117–38) on the site of an earlier fort. It was the base for a garrison of about 500 soldiers, and its setting on the northern shore of Lake Windermere made it strategically vital to the Roman occupation of Cumbria.
The well-preserved remains of the fort’s most important buildings and stunning lakeside setting make it one of the most evocative Roman sites in north-west England.

Facilities

Parking: There is public charged car parking throughout Ambleside. Please consider using public transport. See the Stagecoach website for details of services around the Lake District.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Free Entry.

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ambleside-roman-fort/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open any reasonable time during daylight hours.

Address: Ambleside LA22 0EN, UK

Post Code: LA22 0EN

Council: Westmorland and Furn

County: Cumbria

Road Access: In Borrans Field, beside A5075 on south-western outskirts of Ambleside. 182 metres west of Waterhead car park.
Train Access: Windermere 5 miles.
Bus Access: Stagecoach Cumbria 505, 516, 555, 599, X8 then 1⁄2 mile walk.
Bicycle Access: Find this site on The National Cycle Network.
Parking: There is public charged car parking throughout Ambleside. Please consider using public transport. See the Stagecoach website for details of services around the Lake District.