๐๏ธ Letocetum
Roman fort and settlement at Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
๐ Fast Facts
- Located in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, England
- Established during the Roman occupation of Britain, likely in the 1st century AD
- Situated on the Fosse Way, a major Roman road
- Remains visible as earthworks and archaeological features in the landscape
Letocetum was a Roman fort and associated civilian settlement positioned along the Fosse Way in the Cotswolds. The site served as a military installation and trade post during the Roman occupation of Britain, facilitating movement and commerce across the frontier regions of the province. Archaeological investigation has revealed pottery, coins, and structural remains indicating occupation spanning several centuries ...