Shurnock Temporary Camp

Marching or Temporary Camp

This small, irregular camp lies on the edge of a wooded scarp overlooking the crossing of the Brandon Brook by the Salt Way, the Roman road between Droitwich and Alcester, about 5 miles to the west of the latter town. The scarp itself possibly formed the northern defences of the Camp. Both the east and west sides of the camp do not reach the scarp’s edge, where gateways were possibly situated. Another gateway lies in the middle of the east side.

References for Shurnock

  • Roman Camps in England – The Field Archaeology by the R.C.H.M.E.

Map References for Shurnock

NGRef: SP0260 OSMap: LR150

OS National Grid Reference: SP028602
Dimensions: 171+ x 236 ft (52+ x 72 m)
Area: c.1 acre (c.0.4 ha)

Roman Roads near Shurnock

Salt Way: W (9) to Droitwich (Droitwich Spa, Hereford & Worcester) Salt Way: E (5) to Alcester

Sites near Shurnock Temporary Camp