Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm

Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm

England
List entry 1002670
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman signal station located 450 metres north of Marshall Farm is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Devon. Dating to the Roman period, the site represents evidence of the military communications infrastructure that served Roman Britain, with signal stations functioning as part of a wider network for transmitting messages across the landscape. The monument's precise dating and surviving physical remains reflect the strategic organisation of Roman frontier and territorial administration in the south-west of England. Archaeological evidence from such installations contributes to understanding the extent and nature of Roman control and military operations in the Devonian region during the occupation period.

Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002670. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm?

The Roman signal station located 450 metres north of Marshall Farm is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002670.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm?

Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm 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 1002670.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Windy Cross (2.3 km), Ide Bridge (2.4 km), Cotley Castle (2.6 km).

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