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Castledykes

Roman Fort (roman)

What is recorded here

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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Castledykes as Roman Fort (roman). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Castledyques was built by the Romans during their occupation of Scotland, likely in the 2nd century AD. It is important as part of the Roman military network in the region, providing insight into their defensive strategies north of the Antonine Wall.

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