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    Visualisation of Housesteads Roman Fort viewed from the East
    Communal latrinesView of northern granary floorView of Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Fort barrack blocks, looking to the East

    Housesteads Roman Fort

    September 18, 2021 in England ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C

    Housesteads Roman Fort (originally called Vercovicium) is set high on the Whin Sill escarpment, a strategic position as you can see for miles. It occupies a 5 acre site, could accommodate 1,000 infantry and cavalry and is Britain's most complete Roman Fort; outside was a Roman settlement. The Fort is between Milecastle 36 and 37.

    It is noted for its communal latrines, hygienically placed at the lowest corner of the fort. It is well known for its granary where you can see the pillars that supported a raised floor to keep food dry and free from vermin. There was also.a hospital here. The view looking East from the barrack blocks is excellent.    Read more