Birdoswald Roman Fort’s closest stations are Brampton, eight miles to the west, and Haltwhistle, seven miles, east. Both trains are on Northern Rail’s Tyne Valley line bringing regular trains in from Carlisle, but Haltwhistle, also on the Glasgow South Western Line, sees regular services from Newcastle and Middlesbrough as well. Regular bus services are available from each train station.
A visit to Birdoswald Roman Fort will transport you back in time - it's a great way to spend a day with the family. Wander into the grounds of the castle or simply admire the imposing walls from afar.
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About Birdoswald Roman Fort
Most first-time visitors to Birdoswald Roman Fort are struck by its incredible view of Hadrian’s Wall, the longest stretch anywhere in the country, which is exactly why you should make it your first port of call. Simply take in the view or go for a stroll along the one-time England-Scotland border and let your mind wander to times gone by – to guards trooping the wall over two millennia ago – beside this stunning feat of Roman engineering.
Next up is the Birdoswald Fort (or, for centuries, Banna) itself, one of only 16 forts built to defend Hadrian’s Wall, and one of the best preserved. Take in some of the wall’s most impressive masonry as you make your way around the site, which has undergone extensive excavation in the last two centuries.
If you’re looking to stretch your legs, and why wouldn’t you be in such beautiful surroundings, why not embark on one of the area’s 45 marked rambling routes, all of which offer some of the most breath-taking scenery that the English countryside has to offer.
Departures and arrivals from Brampton (Cumbria)
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| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Nunthorpe | Northern | 06:14 | On time | |
| to Newcastle | Northern | 07:16 | 1 | On time |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 07:37 | 2 | On time |
| to Newcastle | Northern | 08:37 | 1 | On time |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 08:39 | 2 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Carlisle | Northern | 06:14 | On time | |
| from Carlisle | Northern | 07:16 | 1 | On time |
| from Newcastle | Northern | 07:37 | 2 | On time |
| from Carlisle | Northern | 08:37 | 1 | On time |
| from Newcastle | Northern | 08:39 | 2 | On time |