Scheduled MonumentsScotlandUlston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells
Roman · Roman camp 600m n of overwells

Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells

Scotland
HES SM3389
Period
Roman
Site type
Roman camp 600m n of overwells
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ulston Moor is a Roman camp situated approximately 600 metres north of Overwells in Roxburghshire, Scotland. The site represents evidence of Roman military occupation during the campaigns in northern Britain, likely dating to the later first or second century AD. The camp's physical remains exhibit the characteristic rectilinear layout typical of Roman auxiliary fortifications, though its precise dimensions and state of preservation should be verified against current archaeological survey records. Its location in the Scottish Borders reflects the strategic importance of this region during Rome's attempts to extend and maintain control over Caledonia.

Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3389. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells?

Ulston Moor is a Roman camp situated approximately 600 metres north of Overwells in Roxburghshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3389.

What period does Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells date from?

Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells dates from the roman period, and is classified as a roman camp 600m n of overwells. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells?

Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells 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 SM3389.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ulston Moor,Roman camp 600m N of Overwells?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cappuck,Roman fort (1 km), Scraesburgh,earthwork (2.6 km), Jedburgh Franciscan Friary (3.8 km).

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