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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites Β· North East England

Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station)

In or near Helbeck.

Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station) β€” archaeological in england north west.

Summit Reservoir - geograph.org.uk - 2911840

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h

About

Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station) is a archaeological located in england north west. 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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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Roper Castle, also known as the Round Table, is an archaeological site located in North-West England. This site is recognised as a Roman signal station, reflecting its historical significance in military communication. The remains provide insight into Roman engineering and strategic military planning in the region. Visitors can observe the structure's layout and its positioning, which is indicative of its intended purpose during the Roman era.

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Coordinates
54.4955, -2.1834

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station)?
Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station) is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station)?
Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station) β€” archaeological in england north west.
How do I get to Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station)?
Its coordinates are 54.4955Β°, -2.1834Β°.
Is Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station) a protected site?
Yes β€” Roper Castle or Round Table (Roman Signal Station) is part of the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).