Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEdlington Wood Roman settlement

Edlington Wood Roman settlement

England
List entry 1004824
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Edlington Wood Roman settlement is a Romano-British site located in South Yorkshire. The settlement dates to the Roman period and represents evidence of civilian occupation and economic activity during the Romano-British era. The site has been subject to archaeological investigation which has revealed traces of settlement structures and material culture indicative of the Roman occupation of northern England. Its significance lies in contributing to understanding of rural settlement patterns and the nature of Roman colonisation in the Yorkshire region during the first and second centuries AD.

Edlington Wood Roman settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004824. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Edlington Wood Roman settlement?

Edlington Wood Roman settlement is a Romano-British site located in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004824.

Who is responsible for protecting Edlington Wood Roman settlement?

Edlington Wood Roman settlement 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 1004824.

What other scheduled monuments are near Edlington Wood Roman settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Double Dyke (0.7 km), Conisbrough Castle (3.8 km), Conisbrough Parks Romano-British Villa (4.3 km).

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