Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge

Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge

England
List entry 1005531
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge is a Roman military installation located in Herefordshire. The site represents evidence of Roman military movement and occupation during the period of conquest and consolidation in Britain, likely dating to the first or second century AD. Temporary camps of this type were constructed by Roman armies during campaigns and served as secure bases for troops on the march. The camp's location in the Wye Valley reflects the strategic importance of this route during Roman military operations in the Welsh borderlands.

Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005531. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge?

Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge is a Roman military installation located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005531.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge?

Roman temporary camp S of Walford 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 1005531.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman temporary camp S of Walford Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Limebrook Priory (6.6 km), Pyon Wood Camp, a small multivallate hillfort 700m WSW of Yatton (6.6 km), Castle mound in Camp Wood (6.9 km).

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