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Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD136
Period
Roman
Site type
Fort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm is a Roman auxiliary fort located near Hindwell in Radnorshire, Wales. The site dates to the Roman occupation of Britain, likely functioning during the first and second centuries AD as part of the military infrastructure controlling the Welsh frontier. The fort is identifiable through its characteristic defensive earthworks, including ditches and ramparts that once protected the garrison and its facilities. Its strategic position reflects the Roman army's broader campaign to secure and administer the difficult terrain of mid-Wales during the imperial period.

Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD136. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm?

Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm is a Roman auxiliary fort located near Hindwell in Radnorshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD136.

What period does Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm date from?

Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm dates from the roman period, and is classified as a fort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm?

Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is RD136.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Fort E of Hindwell Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Nimble (1.5 km), Old Radnor Castle (1.7 km), Worsell Wood cairn cemetery (2.7 km).

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