Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPark House Roman fort

Park House Roman fort

England
List entry 1007182
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Park House Roman fort is a Roman military installation located in Cumberland, England, dating to the Roman period of Britain's occupation. The fort forms part of the network of auxiliary fortifications established along and near Hadrian's Wall to control and defend the frontier region. Archaeological evidence and structural remains indicate the site served strategic military purposes during the occupation, with physical character consistent with standard Roman fort design principles of the period. The monument represents an important element of the Roman military infrastructure that defined the northern frontier of Roman Britain.

Park House Roman fort is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007182. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Park House Roman fort?

Park House Roman fort is a Roman military installation located in Cumberland, England, dating to the Roman period of Britain's occupation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007182.

Who is responsible for protecting Park House Roman fort?

Park House Roman fort is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1007182.

What other scheduled monuments are near Park House Roman fort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Scalesceugh Roman kilns (0.6 km), Roman camp and signal station 600m south-east of Wreay Hall (1.5 km), Prehistoric enclosure and associated field system south east of Ivy Cottage (2.4 km).

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