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Navio Roman Fort, Derbyshire

Navio Roman Fort is the earthwork remains of a Roman fort at Brough, Derbyshire. The fort stands on a sandstone shale bluff overlooking the confluence of the River Noe and the Bradwell Brook. The fort guarded the principal route from the north-east and north-west of England as well as the road which ran southwards into the lead producing areas of the Peak District. Building began around AD 80, with the fort finally being abandoned around AD 350. It is within the council area of High Peak (Derbyshire).
Historic England Scheduled Monument 1017505.

Place Type: Roman Remains
Historic County: Derbyshire
Lat, Long: 53.3411,-1.7291223
Grid Reference: SK 1813 8272
Civil Parish: Hope CP
Council Area: High Peak CA (Derbyshire CA)
Strategic Authority Area: East Midlands SA
Police Area: Derbyshire PA

GBPN ID: 303473
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Navio_Roman_Fort,_Derbyshire_303473

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