Scheduled MonumentsEnglandElsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling

Elsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling

England
List entry 1014505
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Elsdonburn is a archaeological site in Northumberland comprising evidence of both Roman period native settlement and later medieval shieling activity. The Roman period occupation demonstrates indigenous settlement patterns during the period of Roman presence in northern Britain, whilst the medieval shieling evidence reflects the pastoral land use practices characteristic of upland areas in the medieval period. The site's significance lies in its documentation of long-term human use of the landscape across these distinct historical phases. The physical remains visible at the monument preserve stratified archaeological deposits spanning these occupation periods.

Elsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014505. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Elsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling?

Elsdonburn is a archaeological site in Northumberland comprising evidence of both Roman period native settlement and later medieval shieling activity. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014505.

Who is responsible for protecting Elsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling?

Elsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling 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 1014505.

What other scheduled monuments are near Elsdonburn Roman period native settlements and medieval shieling?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Park Law,fort (8.6 km), Bonnie Laws,settlement and field system 850m NE of Cocklawfoot (8.9 km), Bonnie Laws,cairn 700m N of Cocklawfoot (9 km).

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