Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman camp, Kinvaston

Roman camp, Kinvaston

England
List entry 1006104
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Kinvaston Roman camp is a first-century fort situated in Staffordshire. The site dates to the period of Roman military expansion in Britain, likely established during the campaigns of the 50s or 60s AD as part of the advance into the Midlands. The camp occupies an area demonstrating the characteristic rectangular layout typical of Roman auxiliary installations, with defensive ditches and ramparts that remain visible as earthwork features in the landscape. Its strategic location reflects the Roman military's need to maintain control over newly conquered territory in the region during the early decades of occupation.

Roman camp, Kinvaston is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006104. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman camp, Kinvaston?

Kinvaston Roman camp is a first-century fort situated in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006104.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman camp, Kinvaston?

Roman camp, Kinvaston 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 1006104.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman camp, Kinvaston?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton (0.5 km), Site of Pennocrucium, E of Stretton Bridge (0.9 km), Roman fort W of Eaton House (1 km).

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