Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines

Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines

England
List entry 1005919
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines is a Roman military installation situated in Staines, Middlesex. The camp dates to the early Roman period, likely established during the first century AD as part of the Roman military infrastructure in the region. The site represents evidence of Roman military occupation and logistics in this area of southern Britain, positioned strategically near the River Thames. The camp's remains, identified through archaeological survey and investigation, contribute to understanding Roman military presence and settlement patterns in Middlesex during the Romano-British period.

Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005919. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines?

Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines is a Roman military installation situated in Staines, Middlesex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005919.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines?

Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines 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 1005919.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman camp, Matthew Arnold School's playing field, Staines?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks on Laleham Burway (2.4 km), Anglo-Saxon and medieval cemetery (3.4 km), Chertsey Abbey: a Benedictine monastery on the banks of Abbey River (3.6 km).

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