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History & Archaeology

Roman Heritage of the North QQQQ

Durham, England

Segedunum Fort
This fort guarded the eastern end of Hadrian’s Wall.
Vindolanda
Visit this vast and famous Roman site and museum.
Durham Cathedral
This Norman cathedral is regarded as one of Europe's finest buildings
Radisson Blu Hotel - Durham
Enjoy a stay at this modern 4-star hotel, with views of the River Wear and Durham Castle

2 passengers

Please call 0800 096 0084 for latest availability

No fly
Half board

Important Roman forts, museums and medieval Durham await you

The Romans occupied this country for some 400 years and left behind them a wealth of archaeological evidence. On this holiday explore the legacy of these sophisticated, militaristic people as you visit Roman forts, museums, famous Vindolanda and more. Museum visits will introduce you to artefacts created and used by the Romans, helping to shed light on their way of life. You'll also step forward in time as you explore medieval Durham with its winding street and outstanding cathedral.

Your expert host will add an extra dimension to your holiday with two post-dinner talks, and they'll also accompany your visits. After so much history, you'll be glad to relax at your modern, 4-star hotel and enjoy dinner in the restaurant overlooking the river.

Including...

Included travel insurance

All breakfasts (B) and dinners (D)

Local expert guide

Plus...

Cancellation rights
Expert host talks
Hosted welcome drinks reception
Three excursions with six visits
Free Wi-Fi
Hotel porterage

Included excursions and visits

Benwell Vallum Crossing
Binchester Roman Fort
Brocolitia Mithraic Roman Temple
Chesters Roman Fort
Durham
Great North Museum
Segedunum Roman Fort
Vindolanda

Holiday Details

Address

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham Frankland Lane, City of Durham, DH1 5TA

Introduction

This modern 4-star hotel has an enviable location in the heart of the city with spectacular views of the River Wear and Durham Castle.

Accommodation

The hotel has 207 rooms.

Television
Telephone
Hairdryer
Tea coffee making facilities
Wi-Fi
Safe
Minibar

Food and Drink

Enjoy breakfast and dinner in the hotel's restaurant, offering views of the city and River Wear.

Enjoy Italian cuisine in the hotel restaurant

Climate

Amenities

Holiday Location

Excursions

Benwell Vallum Crossing

The Benwell Fort was one of the 12 that ran along Hadrian’s Wall. Although the fort no longer exists, the crossing that spanned the earthworks to the fort remains and is the only causeway still in evidence relating to Hadrian’s wall.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Binchester Roman Fort

See the remains of this well-preserved Fort with two bath houses (one within the fort and one outside) and their associated hypocaust, regarded as some of the best in the country. There are also the remains of ramparts, a road and the commander’s house.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Brocolitia Mithraic Roman Temple

Visit the remains of this Roman Temple of Mithras. Mithraism was a mystery religion popular with the Roman soldiery, this temple being sited near a military settlement. Dating to the third century, you may also see the scant remains of a sacred well, while the altars are reproductions, the originals now in the Great North Museum which you will visit during your holiday.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Chesters Roman Fort

This Roman cavalry fort once accommodated some 500 troops. Today its remains include a bathhouse, gateways, courtyard and hall. You'll also be able to visit the Museum of Roman Finds with some 11,000 objects, and learn about life in a Roman fort through digital reconstructions.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Durham

Set off from your hotel for a guided walking tour of this famous medieval city, including a visit to the cathedral, regarded as one of Europe's finest buildings.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Great North Museum

From its Hadrian's Wall gallery to fossils, ancient Egypt and ethnographia, explore a 'world' of archaeological treasures in this exciting museum.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Segedunum Roman Fort

Segedunum means 'strong fort'. This fort that once held 600 soldiers was certainly that, as it guarded the eastern end of Hadrian's Wall. Extensively excavated and with an interactive museum and viewing tower, you'll be able to imagine what life was like for the centurians based here.

Segedunum Fort at the eastern end of Hadrian’s Wall

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Vindolanda

Visit this vast and famous Roman site and museum which lies south of Hadrian’s Wall, on the Stanegate Road which has its origins in the Roman period. Vindolanda originally predated Hadrian’s Wall, but ultimately became a wall fort. Explore this fascinating site with its fine museum, home of the Vindolanda Tablets which offer a glimpse into the lives of those who once lived here.

Included on 4 nights itinerary

Reviews

Please note

The historic city of Durham is built on a hill and your included guided walking tour starting from your hotel will include steps, cobbled streets and steep inclines.