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Roman fort 200 yards east of All Saints' Church is a fortified military installation dating to the Roman occupation of Britain, likely established during the first or second century AD as part of the defensive and administrative network controlling the Midlands. The fort's position in Derbyshire reflects Roman strategic deployment across the region, serving functions related to the control of frontier territories and communication routes. Archaeological investigation and surface remains indicate the characteristic layout of a Roman auxiliary fort, with evidence of defensive earthworks and structural features typical of the period. The monument represents an important component of Roman military infrastructure in the East Midlands and contributes to understanding Roman garrison patterns and settlement across central Britain.
Roman fort 200yds (182m) E of All Saints' Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007033. View the official record →
Roman fort 200 yards east of All Saints' Church is a fortified military installation dating to the Roman occupation of Britain, likely established during the first or second century AD as part of the defensive and administrative network controlling the Midlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007033.
Roman fort 200yds (182m) E of All Saints' Church 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 1007033.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site SE of Sawley Locks (0.8 km), Site revealed by aerial photography, SE of Dunster Barn (2.1 km), Roman villa and enclosures N of Ratcliffe Lane (2.2 km).
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