Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman Fort, Bolham Hill

Roman Fort, Bolham Hill

England
List entry 1013409
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Fort, Bolham Hill is a Romano-British fortification located in Devon. The site dates to the Roman period of occupation in Britain and represents one of the military installations established as part of Rome's strategic control of the south-west peninsula. The fort's physical remains and archaeological evidence contribute to understanding Roman military deployment and settlement patterns in the region during the first and second centuries AD. Its designation as a scheduled monument reflects its archaeological importance as a record of Roman frontier administration and military infrastructure in the south-western provinces of Roman Britain.

Roman Fort, Bolham Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013409. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Fort, Bolham Hill?

Roman Fort, Bolham Hill is a Romano-British fortification located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013409.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Fort, Bolham Hill?

Roman Fort, Bolham Hill 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 1013409.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Fort, Bolham Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tiverton Castle (uninhabited buildings) (1.4 km), The Great House, Peter Street (1.7 km), Cranmore Castle (2.5 km).

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