Scheduled MonumentsScotlandElginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of
Iron Age · Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse

Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of

Scotland
HES SM5684
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Elginhaugh is a Roman fort, annexe and bathhouse situated approximately 200 metres northeast of Elginhaugh in Midlothian, Scotland. The fort dates to the late first century AD, constructed during the Roman military campaigns in Scotland under Agricola around AD 80. Archaeological investigation has revealed a substantial military installation comprising a fort with an associated annexe and bathing establishment, indicative of a well-appointed auxiliary garrison. The site's remains, though now largely buried, have provided important evidence for Roman military organisation and infrastructure in northern Britain during the period of attempted expansion beyond the Antonine Wall.

Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5684. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of?

Elginhaugh is a Roman fort, annexe and bathhouse situated approximately 200 metres northeast of Elginhaugh in Midlothian, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5684.

What period does Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of date from?

Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a roman fort,annexe and bathhouse. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of?

Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM5684.

What other scheduled monuments are near Elginhaugh,Roman fort,annexe and bathhouse 200m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrow, 55m E of 20 David Herkes Way, Gowkshill (4.7 km), Capielaw, enclosed settlement (5.9 km), Newbyres Castle (6.2 km).

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