Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman station of Bravinium

Roman station of Bravinium

England
List entry 1005522
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bravinium is a Roman auxiliary fort located in Herefordshire, situated on the frontier zone of Roman Britain. The site dates to the first and second centuries AD and served as a military installation controlling routes through the borderlands. Archaeological evidence indicates the fort accommodated infantry and cavalry units and formed part of the wider network of Roman defensive installations along the Welsh marches. The remains survive as earthwork features, including the characteristic rectilinear ditches and ramparts typical of Roman fort construction of this period.

Roman station of Bravinium is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005522. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman station of Bravinium?

Bravinium is a Roman auxiliary fort located in Herefordshire, situated on the frontier zone of Roman Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005522.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman station of Bravinium?

Roman station of Bravinium 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 1005522.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman station of Bravinium?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wigmore Castle (4.8 km), Mound 1200yds (1100m) NNE of the Church (6.6 km), Lingen Castle (7.6 km).

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