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Binchester Roman Fort

Binchester Roman Fort, Stobbs Hill Lane, Near Bishop Auckland, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 8DJ

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person

Visitors can see the remains of the commanding officer's house of the fourth century fort, including the impressive bath building, which contains one of the best preserved examples of a hypocaust (underfloor heating system) in the whole of Britain.

The late Roman bath-house at the centre of the fort has recently been endowed with updated interpretation panels featuring reconstruction images to give the visitor a far better understanding of what the building looked like originally. Visitors can also see part of the exceptionally well-preserved regimental bath-building outside the fort, with its walls still standing to a height of 7 feet above Roman floor level. The site also features a new reception building offering greater space for publications, souvenirs and a range of ice-creams.

Entry is free during the Heritage Open Days period. Self-guided tour with an introduction by site staff.

Timings & Tours

Friday 06 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Saturday 07 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Sunday 08 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Monday 09 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Tuesday 10 September:
1000–1630, last entry 16.00
Wednesday 11 September:
1000–1630, last entry 16.00
Thursday 12 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Friday 13 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Saturday 14 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600
Sunday 15 September:
1000–1630, last entry 1600

Location & directions

Binchester Roman Fort, Stobbs Hill Lane, Near Bishop Auckland, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 8DJ

Telephone number:
+441388663089

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
**NOT FOUND**
Booking conditions:

Additional information

Pre-booking only required for large groups. Telephone the fort on 01388 663089 or email [email protected]

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