Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo Roman camps N of Water Eaton

Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton

England
List entry 1006097
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two Roman camps north of Water Eaton is a pair of Roman military encampments located in Staffordshire. The sites date to the Roman occupation of Britain and represent the temporary or semi-permanent structures used by the Roman army during campaigns in the Midlands region. The camps are identifiable through their characteristic ditched earthwork defences, which survive as low banks and ditches visible in the landscape. These sites provide evidence of Roman military organisation and strategy during the conquest and consolidation of central Britain.

Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006097. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton?

Two Roman camps north of Water Eaton is a pair of Roman military encampments located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006097.

Who is responsible for protecting Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton?

Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton 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 1006097.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two Roman camps N of Water Eaton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of Pennocrucium, E of Stretton Bridge (0.5 km), Roman camp, Kinvaston (0.5 km), Camp NE of Stretton Mill (0.6 km).

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