Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

The reconstructed Roman West Gate of Arbeia

Visit Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Experience life on the edge of the Roman Empire

Visitor information

Opening times
Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm
Saturday, 11am – 4pm
Sunday, 1–4pm

We are open as normal on bank holidays

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

Tel: (0191) 277 1410
General enquiries: info@arbeiaromanfort.org.uk
School bookings: sslm@northeastmuseums.org.uk

A group dressed as Roman Soldiers guard the West Gate at Arbeia Roman Fort

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Horse brooch found at Arbeia

Exhibition - After the Fire

On show until 27 September 2026
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What's on for children

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Accessibility information

Helping you get around at Arbeia
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About Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Discover the history of Arbeia
A resin bust of Emperor Hadrian

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Learning with Arbeia

For schools and home educators