Norwich Road, Caister-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 5JS

Caister Roman Fort

Fort

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6.1

Wildland

Under 1 hour

Time

Free

Cost

Atmospheric

Feel

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Why it's Wildland

6.1

Built around AD 200 for a unit of the Roman army and navy, Caister was a Saxon Shore fort occupied until the end of the 4th century. Its surviving wall and ditch sections and building foundations make the military outline of the site tangible.

A compact, open-air encounter with Roman coastal defence: surviving wall and ditch sections give this otherwise quiet site a clear physical story. It is worth a short stop for the remains and their setting, rather than a full day on its own.

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Norwich Road, Caister-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 5JS

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The experience

Explore the partially excavated remains at your own pace, looking for the surviving wall and ditch sections and the outlines of buildings. Allow a short visit; the site has no facilities, but English Heritage lists amenities in Caister-on-Sea.

Things to do

Trace the surviving defences

Look for the surviving wall and ditch sections of the partially excavated Roman fort. Do not climb on the remains.

Part of a short visit

Find the building foundations

Explore the exposed foundations and consider the site as a fort built for a Roman army and navy unit around AD 200.

Part of a short visit

Make a day of it

Quick escape · Under 1 hour; exact visit duration not stated by the source

A short look around the Roman fort

01
Enter during daylight hours and take in the layout of the partially excavated site.
02
Look for the surviving wall and ditch sections and building foundations.
03
Keep to appropriate paths and do not climb on the remains.

Verified history

English Heritage describes Caister as a partially excavated Roman Saxon Shore fort, built around AD 200 for a unit of the Roman army and navy and occupied until the end of the 4th century. Wall and ditch sections and building foundations survive. The supplied evidence does not establish more detailed events or identify individuals associated with the fort.

Hidden details

A fort with both wall and ditch remains — The surviving evidence is not limited to foundations: English Heritage specifically notes wall and ditch sections. Look for both as you explore, without climbing on the remains.

When to go

· Daylight hours; no more specific time is supported by the supplied evidence.

The supplied sources give no seasonal wildlife or landscape reason to prefer particular months. English Heritage says the site is open at reasonable times during daylight hours.

The site is mainly grass and has uneven surfaces. Check local conditions and access information before visiting.

What to look for

01
Look for the surviving wall and ditch sections and the building foundations. Do not climb on the remains
02
English Heritage marks the site as having a no-climbing restriction.

The story

Roman; coastal defence

Best time to go

Any season in suitable daylight; the site is open during daylight hours. Check conditions before visiting.

Visit during daylight hours. There is no verified seasonal highlight in the supplied evidence.

How long to spend

Under 1 hour

Perfect for

History lovers · Families · Walkers

Before you go

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Address

Norwich Rd, Caister-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth NR30 5RN

Phone

+44 370 333 1181

Website

english-heritage.org.uk

Listed hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Practical information

Opening & access

English Heritage describes the site as free to enter and open at reasonable times during daylight hours. The remains are managed by Great Yarmouth Borough Council in co-operation with English Heritage. Check the official page before travelling for current access information.

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Parking

English Heritage reports a lay-by off Norwich Road in front of the site. The source row also reports free street parking and a free car park; check current arrangements before travelling.

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Toilets

No facilities on site. English Heritage says public toilets are available in Caister-on-Sea; check locally for current details.

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Food & drink

No on-site facilities. English Heritage lists cafés, shops, restaurants and pubs in Caister-on-Sea; check current opening arrangements.

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Dogs

Dogs on leads are welcome, according to English Heritage.

Accessibility

The site is mainly flat grass, with short sets of steps in a couple of places. English Heritage says wheelchair access is possible except for these limited areas. Uneven surfaces are present.

Cost

Free