Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields

Roman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields

England
List entry 1007171
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Roman fortlet located 40 metres south-south-west of Castle Fields in Cumberland is a small auxiliary military installation dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. Fortlets of this type were typically established during the first and second centuries AD to serve as supply depots, patrol stations, or outposts along communication routes and territorial boundaries. The site's proximity to Castle Fields suggests it formed part of the Roman military infrastructure controlling the region, though its precise function and garrison strength remain matters for archaeological interpretation. The fortlet represents the characteristic pattern of Roman military settlement in northern Britain during the imperial period.

Roman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007171. View the official record →

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What is Roman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields?

The Roman fortlet located 40 metres south-south-west of Castle Fields in Cumberland is a small auxiliary military installation dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007171.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields?

Roman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields 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 1007171.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman fortlet 40m SSW of Castle Fields?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement SW of Mealo Hill House (7.2 km), Low Mire (milefortlet 20) 50m north of Heather Bank, part of the Roman frontier defences along the Cumbrian coast (7.5 km), Swarthy Hill North tower 20b, 460m south west of Blue Dial, part of the Roman frontier defences along the Cumbrian coast (8.3 km).

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