Archaeological sites · North Wales
Pen Llystyn Roman Fort
In or near Dolbenmaen.
Pen Llystyn Roman Fort — archaeological in wales north.
Bill Harrison — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Criccieth · 7.1 km
About
Pen Llystyn Roman Fort is a archaeological located in wales north. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).
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Place summary
Pen Llystyn Roman Fort is an archaeological site located in North Wales, within the parish of Dolbenmaen. Established around AD 80, this fortification offers insight into Roman military architecture and life in the region during the Roman occupation. Visitors can explore the remnants of the fort and its strategic position, reflecting the historical significance of Roman presence in Britain. The site is marked by its distinct earthworks and layout, characteristic of early Roman military installations.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9805, -4.2642
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Dolbenmaen
- Postcode
- LL51 9LX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Established
- 80
- Nearest railway station
- Criccieth — 7.1 km
Sources
- osm: n2776565791 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q7162092 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pen Llystyn Roman Fort?
- Pen Llystyn Roman Fort is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL51 9LX), in the parish of Dolbenmaen.
- What is Pen Llystyn Roman Fort?
- Pen Llystyn Roman Fort — archaeological in wales north.
- How do I get to Pen Llystyn Roman Fort?
- The nearest railway station is Criccieth, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL51 9LX.
- When was Pen Llystyn Roman Fort built?
- Built or established in 80.
- How do I get to Pen Llystyn Roman Fort?
- The nearest railway station is Criccieth, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL51 9LX.