REMNANTS of an original, strategic Roman road, once believed to be marched on by legionaries almost two thousand years ago, have been uncovered. The discovery came during recent water network improvement works near Newbrough by Northumbrian Water during the start of its £55k investment scheme at Stanegate Roman Road, near Settlingstones, to help secure water supplies and provide clear, great-tasting tap water for generations to come. The utility company called in its own experts and notified relevant authorities to record and help preserve this important, heritage finding. We are delighted to have uncovered this importance piece of hidden heritage and play our part in helping to protect it , said Northumbrian Water project manager Brian Hardy.
Hidden part of Roman road uncovered during water mains work in Northumberland
The stretch near Settlingstones is thought to be a section of the Stanegate, which linked the Roman fort at Corbridge to the Roman base at Carlisle
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