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Prehistoric · Enclosure

Roman Camp

Wales
Cadw SAM GM058
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Camp is a prehistoric enclosure located in Glamorgan, Wales, and is recorded as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference GM058. The site comprises a roughly circular or polygonal earthwork defined by a substantial bank and ditch, typical of Iron Age defensive settlements or ritual enclosures of the later prehistoric period. Despite its modern designation as "Roman Camp", archaeological evidence and morphological analysis indicate the monument dates to the Iron Age rather than the Roman period, a common naming convention reflecting later misidentification. The enclosure represents an important record of prehistoric settlement patterns and land use in South Wales, contributing to understanding of Iron Age communities in this region.

Roman Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM058. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Camp?

Roman Camp is a prehistoric enclosure located in Glamorgan, Wales, and is recorded as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference GM058. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM058.

What period does Roman Camp date from?

Roman Camp dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Camp?

Roman Camp 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 GM058.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Leat & Dam at Llanmihangel Mill (5.8 km), Pyle Incised Stone (5.9 km), Kenfig Castle & Medieval Town (6.4 km).

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