Caerleon - the "fortress of the Legion" - was one of the most important military sites in Britain under the Roman Empire. It was the home of the 2nd Augustan Legion housing 5,000 soldiers and horsemen, with an amphitheatre, baths, shops and temples.

Today Caerleon is an attractive historic town with a selection of pubs, restaurants and tea rooms.

Related pages

Caerleon (more information)

Caerleon library and learning centre

Digital Roman Caerleon Trail (external website)

National Roman Legion Museum (external website)

Fortress Baths (external website)

Things to see and do in Newport

Contact

Caerleon Tourist Information Centre

Email: caerleon.tic@newport.gov.uk

Telephone: (01633) 422656