Galava Roman Fort

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The foundations of Ambleside's ruined roman fort, built c AD 79, can be seen just west of the Waterhead jetties. The land is now owned by the National Trust. It's possible to make out the fort's general layout and the shape of some of its grain stores and internal rooms.

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