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A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted

England
List entry 1009023
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England
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Overview

History & significance

A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Kent, England. The site represents a temple structure of Romano-British date, reflecting the syncretic religious practices of Roman Britain whereby classical and indigenous Celtic religious traditions merged. The temple exemplifies the distinctive Romano-Celtic architectural tradition characterised by a central cella surrounded by a portico or ambulatory, a form widely distributed across the Romano-British provinces. The monument contributes to understanding the religious landscape and settlement patterns of Roman Kent during the first to fourth centuries AD.

A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009023. View the official record →

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What is A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted?

A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009023.

Who is responsible for protecting A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted?

A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1009023.

What other scheduled monuments are near A Romano-Celtic temple at Boxted?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A Romano-British villa at Boxted (0.3 km), World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS3) at Wetham Green, 460m north of Red Brick Cottage (2.3 km), Ringwork and baileys at Church Farm (4.6 km).

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