Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort features full scale reconstructed Roman buildings: a West Gate, soldiers’ barrack and Commanders’ house for visitors to explore giving a flavour of life at the fort. The museum showcases objects found at Arbeia, like weapons, armour and jewellery. You can discover how the Romans buried their dead and see tombstones and inscribed altars found at South Shields. With a seasonal programme of events. Donations welcome, admission free.

Arbeia is one of 9 museums managed by North East Museums.

Museums, culture and heritage can help to improve your health and wellbeing. They have free museum object boxes that you can borrow. You can use these can be used as part of a guided session. Read more about their free health and social care resources.