Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Milecastle 40 (Winshields)
Milecastle 40 (Winshields) — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Milecastle 40 (Winshields) is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Milecastle 40 (Winshields) is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is part of the Roman frontier system, specifically Hadrian's Wall, which dates back to the early 2nd century AD. This site provides insight into Roman military architecture and settlement patterns in Britain.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0021, -2.3991
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Henshaw
- Postcode
- NE47 7AW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hexham
Sources
- osm: way/1233009873 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Milecastle 40 (Winshields)?
- Milecastle 40 (Winshields) is in Scottish Lowlands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 55.0021°, -2.3991°.
- Is Milecastle 40 (Winshields) free to visit?
- Yes — admission to Milecastle 40 (Winshields) is free.