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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Roman Fort - Praesidium

In or near Towton.

Free admission

Roman Fort - Praesidium — a archaeological in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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Gordon Hatton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Ulleskelf · 8.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Roman Fort - Praesidium is a archaeological located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Roman Fort - Praesidium is an archaeological site located in Yorkshire. It represents a significant remnant of Roman military architecture in Britain, illustrating the region's historical importance during the Roman occupation.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.9027, -1.3070
Parish
Newton Kyme cum Toulston
Postcode
LS24 9TD
Parliamentary constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold
Nearest railway station
Ulleskelf8.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Roman Fort - Praesidium?
Roman Fort - Praesidium is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS24 9TD), in the parish of Newton Kyme cum Toulston.
What is Roman Fort - Praesidium?
Roman Fort - Praesidium — a archaeological in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Roman Fort - Praesidium?
The nearest railway station is Ulleskelf, about 8.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS24 9TD.
Is Roman Fort - Praesidium free to visit?
Yes, Roman Fort - Praesidium is free to enter.
How do I get to Roman Fort - Praesidium?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LS24 9TD. It sits within the Wetherby and Easingwold parliamentary constituency.