Roman Bath House
6 minute walk from Bearsden station · Glasgow and West Central
The Bearsden Bath House is a remarkable historic site featuring the best examples of Roman stone structures on the Antonine Wall. While much of the original fort is now covered by modern roads, the bath house and latrine remain visible within the annexe. These ruins represent the north-western frontier of the Roman Empire, which was established across Scotland’s central belt starting in AD 140.
Visitors can explore the well-preserved remains to gain a unique insight into the daily lives of soldiers. The site is famous for significant finds, including a carved goddess head, a gaming board, and a stone inscribed by the 20th Legion. You can enjoy viewing these ancient stone foundations and imagining the activity of the sixteen known forts that once guarded this historic frontier.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Archaeological site
- Good for
- Archaeology & ancient history, Military history
- Characteristics
- Open-air, Roman, Ruin, World Heritage Site
- Admission
- Free
- Region
- Glasgow and West Central
Stations within walking distance
- Bearsden station — 6 min walk, 0.5 km
- Hillfoot station — 8 min walk, 0.5 km
- Westerton station — 31 min walk, 2.3 km
- Drumchapel station — 41 min walk, 3.3 km
Other places near Bearsden
- West Highland Way 1: Milngavie to Drymen — 31 min walk from the station
- The Lillie Art Gallery — 35 min walk from the station