Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope

Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope

England
List entry 1011415
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman camp 1.58km west of North Yardhope is a military fortification dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. The site preserves earthwork remains characteristic of a marching camp, with defensive ditches and ramparts arranged in the typical Roman rectangular plan. Located in Northumberland, the camp represents evidence of Roman military movements and operations in the northern frontier region during the imperial period. The survival of its structural features as upstanding earthworks makes it an important archaeological resource for understanding Roman military infrastructure and strategic deployment in Britain.

Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011415. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope?

The Roman camp 1.58km west of North Yardhope is a military fortification dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011415.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope?

Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope 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 1011415.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fawdon Hill defended settlement, 900m north-west of Closehead (7 km), Defended settlement, 700m north of Overacres (7.1 km), Romano-British farmstead, 550m south-east of Shittleheugh (7.4 km).

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