Monument Number 1143684 |
| Hob Uid: 1143684 | |
Location :
Norfolk
Great Yarmouth
West Caister
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| Grid Ref : TG5130012200 |
| Summary : A vicus, or town, was established to the west of, and associated with, Caister Roman Fort in the early 3rd century, at around the time that the fort was built. The settlement developed to serve the needs of those stationed at the fort and was comprised of traders, craftsmen, shops and inns. |
More information : Romano-British extramural settlement found by excavation in 1986 to the West of the Roman fort at Caister, and East of the modern bypass. (1)
A vicus, or town, was established to the west of Caister Roman Fort probably in the early 200s AD when the fort was built. The settlement developed to serve the needs of those stationed at the fort and was comprised of traders, craftsmen, shops and inns. (2) |