Archaeological sites · North West England
Alauna roman fort
In or near Oxenholme.
Alauna roman fort — archaeological in england north west.
Martin Dawes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oxenholme Lake District · 1.8 km
About
Alauna roman fort is a archaeological located in england north west. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Kent and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Alauna Roman Fort is an archaeological site located in North-West England. This fort is part of the Roman military infrastructure, providing insight into the region's historical significance during the Roman occupation. The remains include defensive structures and layout features typical of Roman forts, offering a glimpse into military life in ancient Britain. The site contributes to the understanding of Roman Britain and its legacy in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 54.3098, -2.7486
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Natland
- Postcode
- LA9 7QB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Nearest railway station
- Oxenholme Lake District — 1.8 km
Sources
- osm: n1574201480 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q18654686 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Alauna roman fort?
- Alauna roman fort is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA9 7QB), in the parish of Natland.
- What is Alauna roman fort?
- Alauna roman fort — archaeological in england north west.
- How do I get to Alauna roman fort?
- The nearest railway station is Oxenholme Lake District, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA9 7QB.
- Is Alauna roman fort a protected site?
- Yes — Alauna roman fort is part of the River Kent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Alauna roman fort?
- The nearest railway station is Oxenholme Lake District, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA9 7QB.