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Waddon Hill is a Roman fort located near Stoke Abbott in Dorset, England, dating to the early Roman period, likely established during the Claudian invasion and occupation of Britain in the mid-first century AD. The fort is situated on elevated ground and preserves earthwork remains including ditches and ramparts that define its rectangular plan, characteristic of Roman military installations of this era. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of occupation spanning the period of early Roman conquest, with finds including pottery and military equipment indicative of its role as a fortified military installation during the consolidation of Roman control in the southwest. The site represents an important example of Roman frontier infrastructure from the early decades of the occupation of Britain.
Roman fort on Waddon Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002410. View the official record →
Waddon Hill is a Roman fort located near Stoke Abbott in Dorset, England, dating to the early Roman period, likely established during the Claudian invasion and occupation of Britain in the mid-first century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002410.
Roman fort on Waddon 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 1002410.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Marshwood Castle (5.9 km), Round barrow on Knight's Hill (6.7 km), St Mary's Church, West Milton (7.5 km).
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