Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman minor town identified as Derventio

Roman minor town identified as Derventio

England
List entry 1416328
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Derventio is a Roman fort and settlement located in Yorkshire, England, situated at the confluence of the River Derwent and River Ouse near the village of Malton. The site dates to the Roman occupation of Britain, functioning as a military installation during the first and second centuries AD as part of the defensive infrastructure of Roman Yorkshire. Archaeological evidence indicates the fort served as a strategic point controlling river communications and access routes through the northern territories. The surviving earthwork remains and subsurface archaeological deposits preserve evidence of Roman military occupation, including structural foundations and artefactual material that contribute to understanding Roman frontier administration in northern Britain.

Roman minor town identified as Derventio is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1416328. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman minor town identified as Derventio?

Derventio is a Roman fort and settlement located in Yorkshire, England, situated at the confluence of the River Derwent and River Ouse near the village of Malton. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1416328.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman minor town identified as Derventio?

Roman minor town identified as Derventio 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 1416328.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman minor town identified as Derventio?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kexby Bridge Also in EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE (3.4 km), St Leonard's Church and cross base adjacent to St Mary's Church (4.3 km), Moated site, fishponds and associated earthworks at Manor House (5.2 km).

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