Scheduled MonumentsWalesCaersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus
Roman · Vicus

Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus

Wales
Cadw SAM MG243
Period
Roman
Site type
Vicus
Broad class
Civil
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus is a Romano-British settlement complex in Powys, Wales, occupied from the late first century AD through the second century AD. The site comprises a auxiliary fort and its associated civilian settlement, or vicus, which developed to serve the military garrison and facilitate trade along important regional routes. The southeastern portion of the vicus, designated as the civil settlement area, contains evidence of domestic structures, craft workshops, and commercial buildings typical of Romano-British roadside settlements. Archaeological investigation has revealed occupation debris, pottery, and structural remains indicating sustained economic activity and settlement associated with the fort's military presence during the Roman period in Wales.

Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG243. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus?

Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus is a Romano-British settlement complex in Powys, Wales, occupied from the late first century AD through the second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG243.

What period does Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus date from?

Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus dates from the roman period, and is classified as a vicus. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus?

Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus 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 MG243.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caersws Roman Fort and Vicus: section in SE part of vicus?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llandinam Hall Enclosure (1.9 km), The Moat Mound & Bailey Castle (1.9 km), Cefn Carnedd Camp (2.3 km).

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