Housesteads Roman Fort - showing north gate, which leads to Hadrian's Wall.
Housesteads is one the best preserved forts in the country. Housesteads is located on a high ridge and covers an area of five acres. Within its walls are a number of buildings including the fort's headquarters and commander's house, granaries, barracks, a hospital, and latrines.
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