Roman sites in Wales
Aberffraw Roman Fort - Usk Roman Fortress
The Roman presence in Wales was not as comprehensive as that in England; the invaders found the mountainous terrain difficult, and the native tribes equally so. Nevertheless, there are several very well preserved Roman sites in Wales, most notably in the south east and north. Here you will find a listing of the major Roman sites. Where possible we've tried to provide map links to help you pinpoint the locations, some of which can be awkward to find with a good OS map! These sites can also be browsed by region.
Caerleon Roman Fortress, Baths, and Amphitheatre
Caerleon, Gwent
An extraordinary Roman site including a 1st-century fort, bath complex, and amphitheatre. The site was built for the 2nd Legion in AD 74 and only abandoned in the late 3rd … ... more
England | Wales
History
The Roman Invasion of Wales
Early Roman Wales (c70AD - 200AD)
Late Roman Wales (c200 - 400AD)
Post Roman Wales
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