Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCorbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station

Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station

England
List entry 1006611
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Corbridge (Corstopitum) is a Roman auxiliary fort and supply depot situated in Northumberland on the Tyne valley route. Established around AD 85 and occupied intermittently until the early fifth century, the site served as a crucial logistical centre for Roman military operations in northern Britain, particularly during campaigns beyond Hadrian's Wall. The fort comprises multiple ditched enclosures, barrack blocks, granaries, and administrative buildings, with substantial stone structures replacing earlier timber constructions during the second and third centuries. Excavations have revealed extensive deposits of military equipment, pottery, and inscriptions that attest to the garrison's strategic importance and the cosmopolitan nature of the Roman forces stationed there.

Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006611. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station?

Corbridge (Corstopitum) is a Roman auxiliary fort and supply depot situated in Northumberland on the Tyne valley route. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006611.

Who is responsible for protecting Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station?

Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station 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 1006611.

What other scheduled monuments are near Corbridge (Corstopitum) Roman station?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Walker's Pottery (0.9 km), Vicar's pele tower (1 km), Corbridge Bridge (1.2 km).

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