Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAn area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet

An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet

England
List entry 1011635
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England
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Scheduled area

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History & significance

An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of a roadside settlement dating to the Roman period. The site lies adjacent to Fosse Lane, which follows the course of a Roman road, and represents a characteristic form of Romano-British settlement that developed along major communication routes. The linear village would have served mercantile and domestic functions, providing services and accommodation for travellers and facilitating local trade. Archaeological evidence from the area has contributed to understanding Romano-British settlement patterns in the Somerset region during the later Iron Age and Roman periods.

An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011635. View the official record →

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What is An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet?

An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of a roadside settlement dating to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011635.

Who is responsible for protecting An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet?

An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet 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 1011635.

What other scheduled monuments are near An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval standing cross 50m west of St Peter's Church (4.3 km), Tithe barn (4.3 km), Moated manor house site, Spargrove Farm (6.1 km).

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