Scheduled MonumentsWalesRoman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section
Roman · Road

Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR225
Period
Roman
Site type
Road
Broad class
Transport
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section is a Roman transport route in Breconshire, Wales, forming part of the wider road network that connected military and civilian settlements across south Wales during the Roman occupation. The north-eastern section preserves evidence of Roman construction techniques and represents the strategic importance of maintaining communications across the upland terrain of the Brecon Beacons region. The road dates to the Roman period, roughly the first to fourth centuries AD, when such routes facilitated the movement of troops, trade goods, and administrative personnel throughout the province. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, the site retains archaeological significance for understanding Roman infrastructure and landscape management in Wales.

Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR225. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section?

Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section is a Roman transport route in Breconshire, Wales, forming part of the wider road network that connected military and civilian settlements across south Wales during the Roman occupation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR225.

What period does Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section date from?

Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section dates from the roman period, and is classified as a road. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section?

Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section 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 BR225.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Road on Mynydd Illtyd, North-Eastern section?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Nant y Gaseg long hut (6.7 km), Nant Mawr Round Cairn (7 km), Storey Arms Anti-invasion Defences (7.2 km).

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