Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum

Situated beyond Hadrian's Wall at South Shields, Arbeia Roman Fort guarded the entrance to the River Tyne. Built in AD160 the stone fort played an essential role in the mighty frontier system.

Today, visitors can climb the reconstructed West Gate, explore the Barrack Block and Commanding Officer’s Home and see finds and re-enactments.

FREE

Arbeia Roman Fort is a ten minute walk from South Shields Metro and Bus Station. The Fort is sign-posted from Ocean Road. A bus service runs from the town centre and stops outside the Fort.