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Binchester Roman Fort

Castle & Historic Landmark · County Durham, England · Binchester, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8DJ

Binchester Roman Fort is a castle & historic landmark in County Durham, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £6 · Child £3 · Family £15
Visit County Durham listing: Binchester, Bishop Auckland DL14 8DJ (01388 743750). Commandant's house and bath-house with one of the country's best-preserved hypocausts. Not included in the Auckland Project day pass; prices and seasonal opening are estimates, so check before you go.
Best time to goSummer weekends and Roman event days.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
All ages; good for Roman fans 6+.
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsRoman fort near Bishop Auckland with one of Britain's best-preserved bath-house hypocausts (part of the Auckland Project).
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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