Archaeological sites · North Wales
Caer Gai Roman fort
Caer Gai Roman fort — a archaeological in wales-north, United Kingdom.
Eirian Evans — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Llanuwchllyn · 1.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Caer Gai Roman fort is a archaeological located in wales-north, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Caer Gai is a Roman auxiliary fort that housed over 500 soldiers and was strategically located along key Roman roads. The site features remnants of the fort's structure, including a banked and ditched enclosure, and traces of extramural settlements, providing insights into Roman military life in the region.
Place summary
Caer Gai Roman fort is an archaeological site located in North Wales. It represents a significant example of Roman military architecture and activity in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 52.8690, -3.6690
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Llanuwchllyn
- Postcode
- LL23 7ST
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Nearest railway station
- Llanuwchllyn — 1.5 km
- Official site
- www.coflein.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: way/207089119 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Caer Gai Roman fort?
- Caer Gai Roman fort is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL23 7ST), in the parish of Llanuwchllyn.
- What is Caer Gai Roman fort?
- Caer Gai Roman fort — a archaeological in wales-north, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Caer Gai Roman fort?
- The nearest railway station is Llanuwchllyn, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL23 7ST.
- Is Caer Gai Roman fort free to visit?
- Yes, Caer Gai Roman fort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Caer Gai Roman fort?
- The nearest railway station is Llanuwchllyn, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL23 7ST.