Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrough Petuaria Roman settlement

Brough Petuaria Roman settlement

England
List entry 1005219
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Brough Petuaria is a Roman fort and civil settlement situated on the Humber estuary in Yorkshire, established during the 1st century AD as part of the military infrastructure of Roman Britain. The site comprises defensive earthworks and the remains of a planned settlement that served as an important supply and administrative centre for the occupation forces, controlling access to the Humber and facilitating trade routes inland. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of stone and timber structures, including military buildings and civilian occupation spanning several centuries of the Roman period. The settlement was eventually abandoned following the Roman withdrawal from Britain in the early 5th century, leaving visible earthwork remains that continue to inform understanding of Romano-British frontier and commercial life.

Brough Petuaria Roman settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005219. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brough Petuaria Roman settlement?

Brough Petuaria is a Roman fort and civil settlement situated on the Humber estuary in Yorkshire, established during the 1st century AD as part of the military infrastructure of Roman Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005219.

Who is responsible for protecting Brough Petuaria Roman settlement?

Brough Petuaria Roman settlement 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 1005219.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brough Petuaria Roman settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British villa at Cockle Pits, near Brantingham (2.2 km), Old Winteringham Roman settlement (5.2 km), Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite, 450m north east of Mere Farm (5.6 km).

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