The Twelve Days Of Kirkham - 10 Romans Marching
This artwork is located at Footprints on Poulton Street
Kirkham Roman Fort
Kirkham Roman Fort stood on top of Carr Hill, lying across what is the modern Dowbridge. It was the last in a series of Roman structures built there.
Before its construction, the site was used as a temporary Roman marching camp from as early as 70AD until sometime around 90AD. It was also used as a signal station, where fires would be lit to warn of incoming danger and to aid in the navigation of ships entering the Ribble Estuary.
Finally, in 120AD a permanent fort was built of local red sandstone and this would last for the next thirty to forty years, before being abandoned as the Romans pushed North. Unlike may other forts in Lancashire it was never reoccupied.
“Footprints is proud and privileged to be involved in Kirkham Treasures 12 days of Kirkham project.
As a Kirkhamian born and bred I feel very passionately that Kirkham’s rich and varied history is both shared and celebrated in different ways to appeal to all ages, and to encourage people to come and enjoy our wonderful little town”.
Emily Rhodes – Footprints Chiropody and Podiatry
Artist: Gaenor Hall
Gaenor works in an array of mediums such as clay, wax, textiles and found objects. Drawing is a fundamental practice that underpins all of her work, be that, drawing directly from nature, abstraction of mark or illustrating an idea. Her work is inspired by the integral nature of materials that she uses in her handling of drawing and painting medium.
gaenorhall.co.uk
Instagram: @hallgaenor
