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Roman · Fort

Neath Roman Site

Wales
Cadw SAM GM215
Period
Roman
Site type
Fort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Neath Roman Site is a Roman fort located in the lower Neath valley in Glamorgan, Wales. The fort was established in the late first century AD as part of the Roman military infrastructure for the conquest and occupation of South Wales. Positioned strategically to control the river crossing and surrounding territory, the fort served as an important garrison during the Roman period. The site is now largely buried, though archaeological investigation has revealed its layout and military character, contributing significantly to understanding Roman Wales during the occupation period.

Neath Roman Site is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM215. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Neath Roman Site?

Neath Roman Site is a Roman fort located in the lower Neath valley in Glamorgan, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM215.

What period does Neath Roman Site date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Neath Roman Site?

Neath 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 GM215.

What other scheduled monuments are near Neath Roman Site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Remains of Brunel Dock, Briton Ferry (4.3 km), Craig Ty-Isaf Camp (4.4 km), Buarth y Gaer, Mynydd y Gaer (4.5 km).

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