Archaeological sites · South Wales
Caerleon Roman Barracks
In or near Caerleon.
Caerleon Roman Barracks — a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.
David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Newport · 3.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Caerleon Roman Barracks is a archaeological located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Caerleon Roman Barracks is a historical site that showcases the remains of a Roman fort and barracks. Visitors can explore the archaeological remains and learn about the Roman military presence in Britain.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Caerleon Roman Barracks is an archaeological site located in South Wales. It is one of the best-preserved examples of Roman military architecture in Britain, providing insight into the lives of Roman soldiers. The site is part of the larger Caerleon Roman Fortress, which includes a museum and remains of an amphitheatre.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6090, -2.9609
- District
- Newport
- Parish
- Caerleon
- Postcode
- NP18 1AY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newport East
- Phone
- 01633 839881
- Nearest railway station
- Newport — 3.5 km
- Official site
- www.newport.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: way/30792186 (ODbL)
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Caerleon
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Caerleon Roman Barracks?
- Caerleon Roman Barracks is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP18 1AY), in the parish of Caerleon.
- What is Caerleon Roman Barracks?
- Caerleon Roman Barracks — a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Caerleon Roman Barracks?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP18 1AY.
- Is Caerleon Roman Barracks a protected site?
- Yes — Caerleon Roman Barracks is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Caerleon Roman Barracks free to visit?
- Yes, Caerleon Roman Barracks is free to enter.
- How do I get to Caerleon Roman Barracks?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP18 1AY.