Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge

Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge

England
List entry 1007089
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Signal Station, 270 metres south west of Punchbowl Bridge in Westmorland, is a Roman military installation dating to the second century AD. The site represents part of the defensive infrastructure associated with Roman Britain's northern frontier system, positioned to facilitate communication and surveillance across the landscape. The monument survives as earthwork remains that preserve evidence of the station's layout and construction, contributing to understanding of Roman military logistics and communication networks in the upland regions of northern England during the imperial period.

Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007089. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge?

Roman Signal Station, 270 metres south west of Punchbowl Bridge in Westmorland, is a Roman military installation dating to the second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007089.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge?

Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge 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 1007089.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Brough Castle and Brough (Verteris) Roman fort and civil settlement (3.9 km), Maiden Castle near Brough (4.6 km), Rookby Scarth medieval settlement (5.5 km).

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