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Roman · Amphitheatre

Roman Amphitheatre

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM206
Period
Roman
Site type
Amphitheatre
Broad class
Recreational
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman Amphitheatre at Carmarthen is a scheduled ancient monument that formed part of the Roman fort and settlement at Moridunum in South Wales. Dating to the second century AD, the amphitheatre represents one of the few known examples of such structures in Roman Britain and would have served the garrison and local population for military training exercises, public spectacles, and assemblies. The site preserves substantial earthwork remains that demonstrate the characteristic oval or elliptical plan typical of Roman amphitheatres, though much of the original stone structure has been lost. Its presence reflects Carmarthen's significance as an important Roman military and administrative centre in the province of Britannia.

Roman Amphitheatre is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM206. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Amphitheatre?

The Roman Amphitheatre at Carmarthen is a scheduled ancient monument that formed part of the Roman fort and settlement at Moridunum in South Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM206.

What period does Roman Amphitheatre date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Amphitheatre?

Roman Amphitheatre 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 CM206.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Amphitheatre?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rhyd-Lydan Cromlech (6.1 km), Banc y Bettws Castle Mound (6.5 km), Standing Stone NNW of Clomendy (6.6 km).

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