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Caerleon Legionary Fortress: School Fields is a Roman legionary fortress located in Caerleon, Monmouthshire, Wales, which formed part of the substantial military installations established in South Wales during the late first and second centuries AD. The fortress was occupied from approximately AD 75 onwards and served as a major base for the Second Augustan Legion, playing a crucial role in the Roman military administration and defence of the region. Archaeological evidence from the School Fields area has revealed structural remains and artefactual material consistent with legionary occupation, contributing to our understanding of the fortress's layout and organisation. The site remains an important component of the Caerleon fortress complex, which represents one of the most significant Roman military establishments in Britain.
Caerleon Legionary Fortress: School Fields is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM234. View the official record →
Caerleon Legionary Fortress: School Fields is a Roman legionary fortress located in Caerleon, Monmouthshire, Wales, which formed part of the substantial military installations established in South Wales during the late first and second centuries AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM234.
Caerleon Legionary Fortress: School Fields dates from the roman period, and is classified as a legionary fortress. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Caerleon Legionary Fortress: School Fields 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 MM234.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Julian's Wood Camp (1.5 km), Newport Castle (3.3 km), St. Mary's Churchyard Cross, Llanwern (4.3 km).
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