Chesters Roman Fort and Museum – Hadrian’s Wall
Cilurnum or Cilurvum was a fort on Hadrian’s Wall mentioned in the Notitia Dignitatum. It is now identified with the fort found at Chesters near the village of Walwick, Northumberland, England. It was built in 123 AD, just after the wall’s completion.
Chesters Roman Fort is the most complete Roman cavalry fort in Britain – wander around the unusually well-preserved baths and steam room, and the officers’ quarters. Discover an amazing collection of Roman objects and inscriptions in the Clayton Museum, re-launched in 2016. Whilst relaxing in English Heritage’s most tranquil Fort, taste the Tearoom treats inside Chesters Tearoom.
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum – Hadrian’s Wall
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