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Roman fort at Coppice House

England
List entry 1005363
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Coppice House is a Roman fort located in Herefordshire, England, situated within the landscape of the Welsh Marches frontier zone. The fort dates to the Roman period and represents one of the military installations established as part of Rome's strategic occupation and control of the region. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument and retains archaeological significance, though much of its physical structure lies buried or has been substantially degraded over the centuries. Its preservation as a designated heritage asset reflects its importance to understanding Roman military deployment patterns in the western provinces of Britain.

Roman fort at Coppice House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005363. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman fort at Coppice House?

Coppice House is a Roman fort located in Herefordshire, England, situated within the landscape of the Welsh Marches frontier zone. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005363.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman fort at Coppice House?

Roman fort at Coppice House 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 1005363.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman fort at Coppice House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Bartholomew's Church (2.3 km), Motte and bailey castle and St Mary's Old Church (2.4 km), Churchyard cross in St James's churchyard (2.6 km).

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