Aldborough Roman Site

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Aldborough Roman Site preserves part of Isurium Brigantum, the Romanised capital of the Brigantes, beneath a Yorkshire village. The surviving town defences lie within a Victorian arboretum, where tall conifers frame fragments of masonry and two well-preserved mosaic floors are protected inside small buildings. A museum gathers finds from the town, helping connect the visible remains with the much larger settlement below the surrounding streets and gardens. Reviewers particularly value the volunteers' explanations and recommend allowing time for the mosaics rather than judging the site by its modest entrance. Opening dates and guided tours vary, so consult the current calendar before travelling. Roadside parking is very limited, with a larger alternative in Boroughbridge. Wheelchair access is restricted and there are steps around the grounds. Dogs on leads are allowed, subject to restrictions in some areas.

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Today, Thursday 29 October

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Opening times may change at short notice.

Limited wheelchair access and steps in the grounds; contact 01423 322768 before visiting. There is no lift. Wet grass, rabbit holes and fenced quarry edges require care.

On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site. Aldborough Roman Site will be fully closed on Sunday 4 October with no tours going ahead. This is due to operational reasons. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and we hope to see you another time. From 04/10/2026: Aldborough Roman Site will be fully closed on Sunday 4 October with no tours going ahead. This is due to operational reasons. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and we hope to see you another time.

Aldborough Roman Site will be fully closed on Sunday 4 October with no tours going ahead. This is due to operational reasons. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and we hope to see you another time. From 11/10/2026: On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site.

On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site. From 16/10/2026: On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. On a Friday, tours are at 1pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site.

On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. On a Friday, tours are at 1pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site. From 23/10/2026: On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site.

On a Sunday, tours are at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Last entry to the site for self-led tours is 3.30pm. While entry is free, we do ask for a donation to help care for Aldborough Roman Site.