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Shildon Hill is a defended settlement of Romano-British date located in Northumberland. The site comprises earthwork remains including enclosure ditches and ramparts that define its defensive character, positioned strategically within the local landscape. The Romano-British period occupation reflects the cultural and economic dynamics of northern Britain during Roman imperial rule, though the precise chronology and extent of activity at this particular location remain subjects for archaeological investigation. The monument's survival as visible earthworks contributes to understanding settlement patterns and defensive strategies in Roman-period Northumberland.
Defended settlement and Romano-British settlement on Shildon Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017729. View the official record →
Shildon Hill is a defended settlement of Romano-British date located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017729.
Defended settlement and Romano-British settlement on Shildon Hill 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 1017729.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British farmstead, 900m north east of Thornborough High Barns (1.5 km), Aydon Castle medieval hall, fortified manor and eighteenth century farm buildings (3.4 km), Nafferton castle and tower house, 750m east of Nafferton Farm (4 km).
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