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Wilderspool is a Romano-British settlement located near Warrington in Cheshire, dating to the first and second centuries AD. The site comprises the remains of a fort and associated vicus, or civilian settlement, which served as an important military and trading post controlling access along the River Mersey. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of pottery production, metalworking, and commerce, indicating that Wilderspool functioned as a significant economic centre during the Roman occupation of Britain. The settlement's strategic riverside location made it a crucial node in the Roman supply network connecting the legionary fortress at Chester with wider provincial territories.
Roman settlement at Wilderspool is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006769. View the official record →
Wilderspool is a Romano-British settlement located near Warrington in Cheshire, dating to the first and second centuries AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006769.
Roman settlement at Wilderspool 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 1006769.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bank Quay transporter bridge (1.9 km), Bewsey Old Hall moated site, fishpond and connecting channel (3.7 km), Two sections of Roman road between Appleton and Stretton (3.8 km).
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