Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum Museum
Roman fort and museum on Hadrian's Wall
Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum at Wallsend marks the eastern end of Hadrian's Wall; visitors tour reconstructed ramparts, view Roman artefacts, and learn about frontier military life.
Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum at a Glance#
Address: Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum, Station Road, Wallsend NE28 6HR, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.twmuseums.org.uk/segedunum/
Hours: Wed-Sun 10am-4pm (seasonal variations common; check website)
Admission: Free (museum and site run by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums - check website for special exhibitions that may charge)
How to Get to Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum#
Segedunum is a short walk from Wallsend Metro Station (Tyne & Wear Metro). From Newcastle city centre take the yellow line eastbound to Wallsend; the museum is about a 10-15 minute walk from the station. Driving is straightforward via the A187/Station Road with local parking nearby.
Tips for Visiting Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum#
- Follow the reconstructed wall walkway to the river to get the best sense of why Wallsend was the 'end' of Hadrian's Wall.
- Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups; the multimedia displays are best experienced unhurried.
- Don't miss the viewpoint over the Tyne - the juxtaposition of Roman stonework and modern shipyards is a proper British contrast.
Best Time to Visit Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum#
Visit in shoulder seasons for milder weather and fewer school groups; indoor displays make the site attractive year-round.
Weather & Climate near Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum#
Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (610 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 0° | 53 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 1° | 37 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 50 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 44 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 48 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 49 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.9h |
| July | Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 48 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.4h |
| August | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 61 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.7h |
| September | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 56 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 10° | 52 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 57 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 55 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
