Scheduled MonumentsWalesRoman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort
Roman · Marching Camp

Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort

Wales
Cadw SAM GM343
Period
Roman
Site type
Marching Camp
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort is a Roman temporary camp located in the upland region of the Brecon Beacons in Powys, Wales. The camp dates to the Roman period, likely associated with military campaigns in Wales during the first and second centuries AD, when Roman forces were engaged in the subjugation and consolidation of control over the interior of South Wales. The site preserves earthwork remains characteristic of Roman marching camps, including defensive ditches and ramparts that would have provided temporary fortification for Roman troops during military operations. Its proximity to Coelbren Fort, a more permanent Roman installation, suggests it formed part of the broader network of Roman military infrastructure used to maintain order in this strategically important region of the Welsh uplands.

Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM343. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort?

Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort is a Roman temporary camp located in the upland region of the Brecon Beacons in Powys, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM343.

What period does Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort date from?

Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort dates from the roman period, and is classified as a marching camp. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort?

Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort 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 GM343.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Marching Camp South East of Coelbren Fort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hirfynydd Roman Earthwork (4.9 km), Remains of Venallt Ironworks (5.3 km), Pentreclwydau Colliery (5.4 km).

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