Milecastle 2, Hadrian's Wall

Name: Milecastle 2
Address: Hadrian's Wall, United Kingdom

#101 among attractions in Hadrian's Wall

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Facts and practical information

Milecastle 2 was a milecastle of the Roman Hadrian's Wall. No remains are currently visible, having been built over, but its probable location is at or near the junction of the A187 Fossway and Tunstall Avenue, in the parish of Wallsend. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 54°58'39"N, 1°34'37"W

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South HeatonHadrian's Wall United Kingdom

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Day trips

Milecastle 2 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Sage Gateshead, Newcastle Stadium.

1 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Newcastle upon Tyne
26 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Tyne in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne, the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art stands as a beacon of modern creativity. This dynamic museum, housed in a converted industrial flour mill, has established itself as a premier...
1 miSW
Contemporary pedestrian and cyclist bridge
Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne
27 min walk • The Gateshead Millennium Bridge, a striking testament to modern engineering and design, stands proudly as a beacon of innovation in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. This distinctive bridge, which spans the River Tyne, is not only a practical pedestrian...
1.2 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Sage Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne
31 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Tyne, the Sage Gateshead stands as a contemporary beacon of music and culture in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. This iconic music venue, with its striking curvilinear design, has been an integral part of the city's...
0.5 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Dog track
Newcastle Stadium, Newcastle upon Tyne
13 min walk • Newcastle Stadium, more commonly known as St. James' Park, is an iconic sports venue nestled in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. This historic stadium is home to Newcastle United Football Club and holds a special place in the hearts of football...
1.2 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Live Theatre, Newcastle upon Tyne
32 min walk • Live Theatre, nestled along the vibrant Quayside of Newcastle upon Tyne, stands as a beacon of contemporary drama and artistic innovation in the heart of the city. This intimate venue, known for its commitment to new writing, has become a pivotal platform for both...
1 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne
26 min walk • The Biscuit Factory is a Contemporary art gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne. The Gallery opened in 2002 after undergoing major renovation work. It is the largest commercial art, craft & design gallery in the UK. The gallery's home is a former Victorian warehouse, constructed in 1870.
1 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows
People's Theatre, Newcastle upon Tyne
25 min walk • The People's Theatre is an amateur theatre in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Originally located in the city centre, the People's Theatre moved to its current site, adjacent to the Coast Road in Heaton, in 1962. It shows approximately 13 productions a year including a full-scale family pantomime.
0.6 miW
Museum, Art museum, Visitor center
Seven Stories, Newcastle upon Tyne
16 min walk • Seven Stories, the National Centre for Children's Books is a museum and visitor centre dedicated to children's literature and based in the Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, close to the city's regenerated Quayside.
0.8 miW
Church
St Dominic's Church, Newcastle upon Tyne
22 min walk • St Dominic's Church, formerly St Dominic's Priory Church, is a Roman Catholic Parish church in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. It was built from 1869 and opened in 1873. It was founded by the Dominican Order. It is located on New Bridge Street, east of Manors railway station, in the Ouseburn area of Newcastle.
0.9 miSW
Church
Hope City Church, Newcastle upon Tyne
24 min walk • Hope City Church is a charity consisting of 6 autonomous UK churches based in the United Kingdom. It was launched in Sheffield in 1991 by Dave and Jenny Gilpin who left Australia after viewing the Hillsborough Disaster in Sheffield.
0.6 miW
Nightlife
The Cluny, Newcastle upon Tyne
16 min walk • The Cluny is a 300-capacity live music venue, pub and café, on Lime Street, in the Ouseburn Valley area of Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Based in a former flax spinning mill, The Cluny occupies part of the wider building at 36 Lime Street, sharing the space with artists, offices and recording studios.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Milecastle 2?

Nearby attractions include Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne (15 min walk), Seven Stories, Newcastle upon Tyne (16 min walk), Byker Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne (17 min walk), Ouseburn Viaduct, Newcastle upon Tyne (17 min walk).

How to get to Milecastle 2 by public transport?

The nearest stations to Milecastle 2:

Bus

Shields Road • Lines: 62, 63 (1 min walk)
Byker • Lines: 18, 32, 62, 63 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Byker • Lines: Yellow (5 min walk)
Chillingham Road • Lines: Yellow (11 min walk)

Train

Manors (31 min walk)