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History of Sewingshields Wall, Milecastle and Turrets
Sewingshields is near the eastern end of the spectacular central sector of Hadrian’s Wall, where it was built along the crest of a high rocky outcrop known as the Great Whin Sill. Across a distance of about a mile, several lengths of the Wall have been revealed and conserved here, together with a milecastle and two turrets.
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History of Poltross Burn Milecastle
Poltross Burn is one of the best-preserved milecastles, or small forts, along Hadrian’s Wall – the frontier built from AD 122, on the orders of Emperor Hadrian, to define the north-west limit of the Roman Empire.
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Sources for Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall
A list of material, visual and written sources for Harrows Scar Milecastle and Hadrian's Wall east of Birdoswald Roman Fort.
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Building Hadrian's Wall Challenge
Take on our 'Building Hadrian's Wall Challenge' using our information and reconstructions to inspire you. There are three elements you can build: a section of the Wall, a turret or a milecastle. You could even try all three. Use any material you like - we're excited to see your creativity.
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Sewingshields Wall - Hadrian's Wall
A length of Wall with milecastle remains, impressively sited along the Whin Sill, commanding fine views of many prehistoric and later earthworks to the north.
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Cawfields Roman Wall - Hadrian's Wall
A fine stretch of Hadrian's Wall on a steep slope, with turrets and an impressive milecastle, probably built by the Second Legion.
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Description of Heddon-on-the-Wall
A description of the surviving length of Hadrian’s Wall at Heddon-on-the-Wall and its surroundings.