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Caerleon Civil Settlement

Wales
Cadw SAM MM231
Period
Roman
Site type
Civil settlement
Broad class
Civil
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caerleon Civil Settlement is a Roman vicus or civilian settlement that developed adjacent to the legionary fortress of Isca at Caerleon in Monmouthshire, Wales, dating to the first and second centuries AD. The settlement served the military garrison and local population through commercial and residential functions typical of Romano-British urban centres. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of buildings, streets, and domestic occupation reflecting the cosmopolitan nature of settlements attached to major Roman military installations. The site represents an important example of the civilian infrastructure that supported the Roman military presence in Wales during the imperial period.

Caerleon Civil Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM231. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caerleon Civil Settlement?

Caerleon Civil Settlement is a Roman vicus or civilian settlement that developed adjacent to the legionary fortress of Isca at Caerleon in Monmouthshire, Wales, dating to the first and second centuries AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM231.

What period does Caerleon Civil Settlement date from?

Caerleon Civil Settlement dates from the roman period, and is classified as a civil settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Caerleon Civil Settlement?

Caerleon Civil Settlement is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM231.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caerleon Civil Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newport Castle (3.3 km), St. Mary's Churchyard Cross, Llanwern (4.7 km), Fourteen Locks, Monmouthshire Canal (5.7 km).

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