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Camerton is a Romano-British settlement located in Somerset with evidence of occupation spanning from prehistoric through to early medieval periods. The site comprises archaeological remains of a Romano-British town that developed as a significant settlement during the Roman occupation of Britain, with material culture and structural evidence indicating domestic, commercial, and possibly administrative functions. Prehistoric activity is attested through finds from earlier periods, whilst early medieval occupation demonstrates continued use of the landscape following Roman withdrawal. The monument's archaeological significance lies in its potential to illuminate patterns of settlement continuity and transformation across multiple periods of British prehistory and history.
Camerton Romano-British town and associated Prehistoric and early medieval monuments is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013881. View the official record →
Camerton is a Romano-British settlement located in Somerset with evidence of occupation spanning from prehistoric through to early medieval periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013881.
Camerton Romano-British town and associated Prehistoric and early medieval monuments 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 1013881.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stoney Littleton long barrow (4.9 km), Kingsdown camp, Mells Down (5.9 km), Vobster Breach colliery, 890m ENE of Tweed Farm (7.8 km).
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