Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSouth-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place

South-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place

England
List entry 1012478
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The south-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica near Albany Place is a scheduled ancient monument located in Dover, Kent, representing the defensive infrastructure of the Roman military fleet command in Britain. Dating to the second and third centuries AD, this section preserves remains of the fort's fortifications, which once formed part of the substantial stone-built coastal installation that served as a major naval base. The visible archaeological remains include portions of the fort's defensive walls and structural elements that demonstrate the scale and engineering quality characteristic of Roman military architecture. This site is significant as evidence of the Classis Britannica's operational base and the strategic importance of Dover as a fortified port during the later Roman occupation of Britain.

South-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012478. View the official record →

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What is South-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place?

The south-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica near Albany Place is a scheduled ancient monument located in Dover, Kent, representing the defensive infrastructure of the Roman military fleet command in Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012478.

Who is responsible for protecting South-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place?

South-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place 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 1012478.

What other scheduled monuments are near South-western section of the Roman Fort of the Classis Britannica, near Albany Place?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Saxon shore fort bastion, Queen Street (0.1 km), St Martin's Church (0.1 km), The Bath House, N of Market Street (0.1 km).

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