Scheduled MonumentsScotlandGlenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead
380m w of corsehead

Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead

Scotland
HES SM7443
Site type
380m w of corsehead
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Glenluce Roman camp is a temporary military installation located approximately 380 metres west of Corsehead in Wigtownshire, southwest Scotland. The camp dates to the Roman period of occupation in Scotland, likely associated with the campaigns of the late first or early second century AD. The site preserves the characteristic plan of a Roman auxiliary fort, with defensive ditches and ramparts that are still visible as earthwork features in the landscape. Its location in the south-western coastal region reflects the Roman strategic interest in controlling the Solway Firth approaches and subjugating the native Caledonians during the period of imperial expansion northwards.

Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7443. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead?

Glenluce Roman camp is a temporary military installation located approximately 380 metres west of Corsehead in Wigtownshire, southwest Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7443.

Who is responsible for protecting Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead?

Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead 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 SM7443.

What other scheduled monuments are near Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle of Park, castle, Glenluce (1.2 km), Glenluce Abbey (2.5 km), Stair Haven, broch 300m S of (3.3 km).

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