Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman temporary camp at Dargues

Roman temporary camp at Dargues

England
List entry 1009376
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Dargues Roman temporary camp is a Roman military enclosure located in Northumberland, dating to the period of Roman campaigns in northern Britain, likely associated with the expeditions of Agricola in the late first century AD. The camp survives as an earthwork comprising a rectangular fortified enclosure with characteristic defensive ditches and ramparts typical of Roman temporary marching camps used during military campaigns. Its location in the northern reaches of Roman-controlled territory reflects the strategic importance of controlling the frontier regions during the period of Roman expansion into Scotland. The site contributes to the archaeological record of Roman military infrastructure and provides evidence of the logistics and infrastructure required to support large-scale Roman military operations in Britain.

Roman temporary camp at Dargues is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009376. View the official record →

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What is Roman temporary camp at Dargues?

Dargues Roman temporary camp is a Roman military enclosure located in Northumberland, dating to the period of Roman campaigns in northern Britain, likely associated with the expeditions of Agricola in the late first century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009376.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman temporary camp at Dargues?

Roman temporary camp at Dargues 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 1009376.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman temporary camp at Dargues?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric settlement, funerary and agricultural remains, 650m south of South Monkridge Bridge (5.7 km), Round cairn, 580m north of Woodhouse (6.7 km), Low Cleughs Bastle, 580m NNE of Low Leam Farm (7.3 km).

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