Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman camp 50m south of Elm Bank

Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank

England
List entry 1014115
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank is a military installation located near Congleton in Cheshire, dating to the Roman period of occupation in Britain. The site represents one of several auxiliary camps established in the region as part of Rome's strategic control of the north-west frontier. The camp's earthwork defences, comprising ditches and ramparts, survive as upstanding archaeological features that define its rectangular plan characteristic of Roman military architecture. The precise dating and unit garrison remain subjects of archaeological study, though its location within the wider network of Roman fortifications in Cheshire indicates its importance to the logistical organisation of the Roman forces in the area.

Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014115. View the official record →

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What is Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank?

The Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank is a military installation located near Congleton in Cheshire, dating to the Roman period of occupation in Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014115.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank?

Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank 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 1014115.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman camp 50m south of Elm Bank?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site and fishpond S of Huntington Hall (2.9 km), Hatton Hall moated site (3.6 km), Bruera moated site and adjacent field system (3.7 km).

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