Carpow Roman Fort

The stone fortress spans thirty acres at the meeting point of the Rivers Tay and Earn, featuring remnants of military structures and defensive walls.

Constructed around 185 AD under Emperor Commodus, the fort served as a naval supply depot for Roman forces operating in the central Scottish lowlands.

Archaeological excavations between 1964 and 1979 revealed coins, masonry fragments, and rooftiles marked with inscriptions from Legion II Augusta and Legion VI Victrix.

The northern rampart remains visible among modern residences, while the site maintains protected status as a scheduled monument since August 1963.

A Pictish cross fragment discovered at the location later became part of the lintel of a well at Carpow House, connecting Roman and medieval periods.

Location: Perth and Kinross

Location: Abernethy

Website: http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/30081/details/carpow

GPS coordinates: 56.34564,-3.28309

Latest update: March 22, 2025 05:15