Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAustin Fort and section of military road

Austin Fort and section of military road

England
List entry 1021380
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Austin Fort and section of military road is a Roman fortification located in Devon. The fort dates to the Roman period of occupation in Britain and forms part of the strategic military infrastructure developed by Roman forces in the south-west of the peninsula. The associated road section represents the communications network that connected Roman military installations across the region, facilitating troop movement and supply operations. The site remains significant as evidence of Roman military organisation and engineering in Devon during the occupation period.

Austin Fort and section of military road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021380. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Austin Fort and section of military road?

Austin Fort and section of military road is a Roman fortification located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021380.

Who is responsible for protecting Austin Fort and section of military road?

Austin Fort and section of military road is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1021380.

What other scheduled monuments are near Austin Fort and section of military road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mount Batten: prehistoric and Romano-British settlement (4.7 km), Mount Batten: 17th century artillery tower, Civil War breastwork, and World War II remains (4.8 km), Round barrow on Burrow Hill (4.9 km).

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