Milefortlet 10
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| Milefortlet 10 | |
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 Milefortlet 10 probably lay by the coast between Skinburness and Silloth | |
| Type | Milecastle |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 54°53′02″N 3°22′30″W / 54.883801°N 3.375039°W |
| County | Cumbria |
| Country | England |
| Reference | |
| UK-OSNG reference | NY11885520 |
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Milefortlet 10 (East Cote) is conjectured to have been a Milefortlet of the Roman Cumbrian Coast defences, however no physical evidence exists to positively prove its existence. The site was identified based on measurement from other Hadrianic defensive structures on the Cumbria coast.[1] [2] These defences were contemporary with defensive structures on Hadrian's Wall.
Nothing is known of the construction details for Milefortlet 10. It is possible that the remains were lost to coastal erosion following the 1855 construction of the pier at Silloth.[3]
Excavations and investigations
- 1949 - The site was visited by J. K. St Joseph.[1]
- 1955 - English Heritage Field Investigation. A slight bank 0.2m high, with evidence of a rounded corner was noted but not surveyed.[1]
- 1991 - Trenches were dug at the supposed site. These revealed a series of natural sand deposits representing dune formation, probably of two phases separated by flood-borne gravel. It was noted that the platform previously observed is a truncated dune similar to several others in the locale.[1]
- 1992 - The site was built over. No remains were found.[1]
