Scheduled MonumentsScotlandTorwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside
310m nne of lochside

Torwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside

Scotland
HES SM4342
Site type
310m nne of lochside
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Torwood Roman camp is a temporary military enclosure located near Lochside in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site dates to the Roman period of occupation in Scotland, likely associated with campaigns during the first or second century AD when Roman forces moved through the region. The camp survives as an earthwork, with the characteristic defensive ditches and ramparts typical of Roman marching camps that were constructed during military operations. Such camps served as temporary bases for Roman troops during their movement through and occupation of northern Britain, and their study provides valuable evidence for Roman military strategy and logistics in Scotland.

Torwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4342. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Torwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside?

Torwood Roman camp is a temporary military enclosure located near Lochside in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4342.

Who is responsible for protecting Torwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside?

Torwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM4342.

What other scheduled monuments are near Torwood Roman camp, 310m NNE of Lochside?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Mungo's Church, church and graveyard (6.3 km), Range Castle, fort (6.6 km), Moss Castle, fort (6.8 km).

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