Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works

Roman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works

England
List entry 1006079
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Roman camp 600 yards WSW of Swindon iron works is a scheduled ancient monument in Staffordshire comprising the remains of a Roman military encampment. The site is located in the landscape west-south-west of the industrial works at Swindon and represents an example of temporary or semi-permanent Roman military occupation of the region. The camp's precise dating and detailed archaeological character remain subjects of ongoing study, though its identification as a Roman installation reflects broader patterns of military activity in the Midlands during the Roman period in Britain.

Roman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006079. View the official record →

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What is Roman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works?

Roman camp 600 yards WSW of Swindon iron works is a scheduled ancient monument in Staffordshire comprising the remains of a Roman military encampment. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006079.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works?

Roman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works 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 1006079.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman camp 600yds (550m) WSW of Swindon iron works?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Roman camps near Greensforge (1.9 km), Roman camps at Greensforge (2.1 km), Cross in St Mary's churchyard (4 km).

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