High Rochester
Catcleugh Hut
Workers in costumeA small hamlet in Redesdale, nestling within the ramparts of an outpost fort north of Hadrian's Wall.
Brigantium, an archaeological centre with Iron-Age reconstructions and cafe, is well worth a visit.
Bremenium is the Roman outpost fort that lies adjacent to the archaeological centre. From the west gate the larger outline of a large temporary camp can be seen on the far side of the Sills Burn.
Visit Catcleugh Hut, a Victorian timber cabin, originally one of 60, used to house the workmen and their families during the constuction of Catcleugh Reservoir (1894 - 1904).
Access is by prior appointment. Contact:
Northumberland National Park Authority
Telephone: +44 (0)1434 605555
High Rochester is a good starting point for a number of walks in and around Redesdale. You can learn more about the history of High Rochester from our Historic Village Atlas.
For more information contact:
National Park Centre, Rothbury
Address: National Park Centre, Church Street, Rothbury, NE65 7UP
Telephone: +44 (0)1669 620887
Email: tic.rothbury@nnpa.org.uk
