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Great Bulmore Roman settlement

Wales
Cadw SAM MM176
Period
Roman
Site type
Civil settlement
Broad class
Civil
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Great Bulmore is a Roman Civil settlement located in Glamorgan, Wales. The site dates to the Roman period and represents evidence of civilian occupation and settlement activity in the region, reflecting the broader pattern of Roman settlement across South Wales. The settlement's archaeological record contributes to understanding the nature of non-military Roman occupation in Wales, though detailed physical remains visible today are limited. Its designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument reflects its importance to the archaeological heritage of Roman Wales.

Great Bulmore Roman settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM176. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Great Bulmore Roman settlement?

Great Bulmore is a Roman Civil settlement located in Glamorgan, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM176.

What period does Great Bulmore Roman settlement date from?

Great Bulmore Roman settlement dates from the roman period, and is classified as a civil settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Great Bulmore Roman settlement?

Great Bulmore Roman settlement 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 MM176.

What other scheduled monuments are near Great Bulmore Roman settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Julian's Wood Camp (2.6 km), Round Barrow 57m South of Stock Wood (3.3 km), St. Mary's Churchyard Cross, Llanwern (3.6 km).

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