Richborough Roman Fort near Sandwich
Richborough Roman Fort near Sandwich

Richborough Roman Fort

Sandwich

Where the Roman army came ashore in AD 43, with a recreated gateway you can climb and a museum of finds.

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RuinsTime here: 1.5–2.5 h

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Richborough Road, Ash, CT13 9JQ

Quick facts

The invading Roman army first came ashore here in AD 43 and built a fortress to defend its bridgehead.

A recreated Roman gateway stands on its original spot and can be climbed for views over the site and the Kent countryside.

A revamped museum shows finds from recent excavations, and the amphitheatre's earthworks can be reached on foot across the site.

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