Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCrococalana Roman town

Crococalana Roman town

England
List entry 1003479
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Crococalana is a Roman settlement situated in Nottinghamshire, England, which served as a significant site along the Roman road network during the Imperial period. The town occupied a strategic location in the East Midlands and functioned as a centre of commerce and administration during the Roman occupation of Britain. Archaeological evidence indicates occupation from the first to fourth centuries AD, with the settlement forming part of the wider Roman infrastructure that connected major urban centres across the province. The site has yielded artefactual material consistent with a mixed civilian and military presence typical of Romano-British roadside settlements.

Crococalana Roman town is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003479. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crococalana Roman town?

Crococalana is a Roman settlement situated in Nottinghamshire, England, which served as a significant site along the Roman road network during the Imperial period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003479.

Who is responsible for protecting Crococalana Roman town?

Crococalana Roman town 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 1003479.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crococalana Roman town?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moat, two fishponds, fishstews and pond bay, west of Balderton Lane (4.2 km), Civil War redoubt on Beacon Hill, 550m north west of The Firs (5 km), Civil War town defences within the Friary Garden (5.4 km).

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