Scheduled MonumentsWalesGaer Roman Site
Roman · Enclosure

Gaer Roman Site

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD005
Period
Roman
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gaer Roman Site is a Roman enclosure located in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the later second century AD. The site comprises a substantial rectangular fortified enclosure whose earthwork remains are still visible in the landscape, representing a significant example of Roman military infrastructure in the Welsh borderlands. Gaer functioned as part of the Roman military system designed to control and garrison the territories of Wales and the Marches during the period of Roman occupation. The monument's preservation as an earthwork demonstrates the scale and character of Roman fort construction in this region during the Antonine period.

Gaer Roman Site is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD005. View the official record →

About this monument

Questions & answers

What is Gaer Roman Site?

Gaer Roman Site is a Roman enclosure located in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the later second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD005.

What period does Gaer Roman Site date from?

Gaer Roman Site dates from the roman period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Gaer Roman Site?

Gaer Roman Site 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 RD005.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gaer Roman Site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gaer (6.3 km), Clyro Court chambered tomb (6.5 km), Hay Castle (7.4 km).

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