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 auxiliary fort located in Radnorshire, Wales, situated within the broader Roman military infrastructure of mid-Wales. The site dates to the Roman occupation period, likely established during the first century CE as part of the conquest and consolidation of Wales. The fort comprises a substantial earthen enclosure with defensive ditches and ramparts, characteristic of Roman military installations designed to house auxiliary troops and control the surrounding territory. Archaeological investigation has confirmed its significance as a key strategic point in the Roman road network and military campaign system of Roman Britain, though the site remains largely unexcavated and is now visible primarily through its surviving earthwork remains.

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

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Questions & answers

What is Gaer Roman Site?

Gaer Roman Site is a Roman auxiliary fort located in Radnorshire, Wales, situated within the broader Roman military infrastructure of mid-Wales. 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 Britain.

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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