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A key supply base to Hadrian's Wall

About Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort
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Hadrian's Wall on Tyneside

Discover the urban side of Hadrian's Wall

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Monday 31 March – Sunday 28 September we will be open:

Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 1-4pm

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Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort
Baring Street
South Shields
NE33 2BB

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