Hardknott Roman Fort

Hardknott Roman Fort in winter.

Built around 130AD, during the rule of Hadrian, the fort was abandoned during the advance into Scotland during the mid-2nd century. The fort was then reoccupied around 200AD and was then in use until the last years of the 4th century. Strictly speaking, During this time the Roman garrison here did not consist of Roman soldiers, but a detachment of 500 cavalry of the 6th Cohort of Dalmatians, originating from the Dalmarian coast.

Today the archaeological remains give a good impression of the size of the fort and the impressive location gives rise to thoughts about the conditions endured here by it's Southern European inhabitants.

 Looking to the north west from inside the fort.

 Looking down the Eskdale valley.

 The western perimeter wall of Hardknott Fort.