Scheduled MonumentsWalesThree Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton
Roman · Marching Camp

Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD138
Period
Roman
Site type
Marching Camp
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Three Roman Camps is a complex of three Roman marching camps located north-east of Walton in Radnorshire, Wales. The sites were identified through aerial photography and represent evidence of Roman military movement and campaigning in the region, likely dating to the 1st century AD during the period of Roman advance into Wales. The camps display the characteristic rectangular layout and defensive ditches typical of Roman temporary fortifications used during military campaigns. Their location in Radnorshire reflects the strategic importance of the area during the Roman conquest and consolidation of Wales.

Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD138. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton?

Three Roman Camps is a complex of three Roman marching camps located north-east of Walton in Radnorshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD138.

What period does Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton date from?

Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton dates from the roman period, and is classified as a marching camp. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton?

Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is RD138.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three Roman Camps (revealed by aerial photography) NE of Walton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Nimble (0.7 km), Old Radnor Castle (0.9 km), Worsell Wood cairn cemetery (2.1 km).

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