Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBlennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow

Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow

England
List entry 1019017
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Blennerhasset Roman fort is a auxiliary fort situated in Cumberland, England, approximately three hundred metres south-west of Harbybrow. The fort dates to the Roman occupation period and forms part of the defensive infrastructure established across northern Britain. The site represents a well-preserved example of Roman military architecture from the imperial period, with archaeological investigations having identified the characteristic structural elements typical of Roman auxiliary installations. The monument remains of significant archaeological importance for understanding Roman military strategy and settlement patterns in the borderlands of Roman Britain.

Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019017. View the official record →

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What is Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow?

Blennerhasset Roman fort is a auxiliary fort situated in Cumberland, England, approximately three hundred metres south-west of Harbybrow. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019017.

Who is responsible for protecting Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow?

Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow 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 1019017.

What other scheduled monuments are near Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Harbybrow pele tower (0.3 km), Moated site 1/4 mile (400m) NE of Cockbridge (1.3 km), The Battery (3.6 km).

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