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Roman cremation cemetery, 380 metres south-east of Maryport Roman fort, is a burial ground associated with the Roman fort of Alauna, located near the Cumbrian coast. The cemetery dates to the Roman period when the fort was in use, likely serving the military and civilian population attached to the installation. The site represents typical Roman funerary practice of cremation, which was the dominant burial rite during the occupation. Archaeological evidence from the cemetery contributes to understanding the occupation and social composition of this important auxiliary fort on Hadrian's frontier.
Roman cremation cemetery, 380m south east of Maryport Roman fort is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1406685. View the official record →
Roman cremation cemetery, 380 metres south-east of Maryport Roman fort, is a burial ground associated with the Roman fort of Alauna, located near the Cumbrian coast. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1406685.
Roman cremation cemetery, 380m south east of Maryport Roman fort 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 1406685.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Netherhall (0.4 km), Maryport (Alavna) Roman fort, part of the Roman frontier defences along the Cumbrian coast, its associated vicus and a length of Roman road (0.4 km), Medieval site in Netherhall Park, left bank of River Ellen (0.5 km).
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