Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall

Two Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall

England
List entry 1011392
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two Roman camps is a pair of Roman military installations situated 550 metres east of Burdhopecrag Hall in Northumberland. The camps date to the Roman occupation of Britain and represent temporary or semi-permanent fortifications associated with military campaigns in the northern frontier region. The site demonstrates the strategic deployment of Roman forces across the landscape during the imperial period, reflecting the logistical demands of maintaining control over this part of northern Britain. Archaeological evidence from the camps contributes to understanding Roman military organisation and the extent of Roman penetration into the upland territories of Northumberland.

Two Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011392. View the official record →

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What is Two Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall?

Two Roman camps is a pair of Roman military installations situated 550 metres east of Burdhopecrag Hall in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011392.

Who is responsible for protecting Two Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall?

Two Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall 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 1011392.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two Roman camps, 550m east of Burdhopecrag Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blakehope Roman fort and Roman temporary camp (5.4 km), Roman temporary camp at Dargues (6 km), Round cairn, 100m ENE of Dunns Cottage (6.2 km).

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