Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws

Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws

England
List entry 1007522
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman temporary camp 350 metres south-west of Fourlaws is a first or second century AD military installation located in Northumberland. The camp survives as a rectilinear earthwork, typical of Roman auxiliary or legionary forces engaged in campaign operations rather than permanent settlement. Its position in the border landscape reflects the strategic military presence maintained by Rome during its occupation of northern Britain, when such temporary camps served as bases during seasonal campaigns or garrison movements. The site's preservation as an upstanding monument provides archaeological evidence of Roman military infrastructure and the extent of Roman operational activity in the Northumberland region.

Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007522. View the official record →

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What is Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws?

The Roman temporary camp 350 metres south-west of Fourlaws is a first or second century AD military installation located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007522.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws?

Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws 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 1007522.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle on Money Hill (6.8 km), Chipchase Tower (7.1 km), Romano-British farmstead, 120m south west of Cat's Elbow (7.6 km).

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