Piercebridge Roman Bridge DL2 3SW
Free for Everyone
Open: Seasonal - See website
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About:
The remains at Piercebridge are part of a large bridge that carried Dere Street, the Roman road that linked York with Corbridge, near Hadrian’s Wall, across the river Tees. They now lie high and dry on the south bank of the river, which has moved northwards since the bridge was built. Discovered during gravel quarrying in 1972, the bridge provides valuable evidence of the engineering achievements of the Romans. The Roman bridge – which appears to have been the second Roman bridge built here – is one element of a much larger Roman site, which includes a fort, known to have existed from at least the 3rd century AD, and areas of civilian settlement.

Dog Friendly:
Dogs on leads are welcome.

Entry Charge:
Free for everyone (see website)

Parking:
There is free parking available in the car park of the nearby George Hotel.

Facilities:
There are no public toilets in Piercebridge. The George Hotel and the farm shop and café at Piercebridge Organics both offer food and drink.

Notes:
The bridge can be found over a stile from the car park.

Contact:
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Tel: 0370 3331181