A couple of weeks ago I visited Arbeia in South Shields. A large complex, this was mostly used as a supply base and granary for the border defences (Hadrian's Wall) and for troops making the dangerous journey further north. Well worth a look if you're in that area.
2,000 years and still no lift...
Nice model - if only I'd brought some toy soldiers!
Nicely restored gatehouse
That model fort has a lot of potential!
ReplyDeleteNice pics Tim, thanks for posting them.
Tim, unfortunately my county council have long forgotten how to commission attractive or dignified municipal buildings. I think the Romans could teach them a useful lesson or two.
ReplyDeleteMichael
I seem to remember that Charles Wesencraft built a detailed model of a similar Roman fortress for a museum in that area.
ReplyDeleteAll the best,
Bob
I remember visiting years ago, a fascinating place indeed. This looks a great place to visit-
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Alan Tradgardland
Maudlin Jack Tar
ReplyDeleteDoesn't it just!
MGB
ReplyDeleteYeah - but what did they ever do for us?
Bob Cordery
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that!
Tradgardmastare
ReplyDeleteJust had a look at the accommodation prices on that website - North Shields was much cheaper!