Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGardner's Houses settlement

Gardner's Houses settlement

England
List entry 1003496
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Gardner's Houses settlement is a prehistoric archaeological site located in Northumberland, England. The settlement comprises the remains of Romano-British structures and associated field systems dating to the Roman period, representing evidence of native occupation and land use during the Roman imperial presence in northern Britain. The site is situated within the wider context of rural settlement patterns in the region, where such archaeological complexes demonstrate continuity of habitation and agricultural activity across successive periods. The physical remains include the foundations and structural elements visible as earthworks, which contribute to understanding of settlement organisation and economy in Roman Northumberland.

Gardner's Houses settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003496. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gardner's Houses settlement?

Gardner's Houses settlement is a prehistoric archaeological site located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003496.

Who is responsible for protecting Gardner's Houses settlement?

Gardner's Houses 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 1003496.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gardner's Houses settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hadrian's Wall in wall mile 7, Scotswood section of Hadrian's Wall in garden of West Road Methodist Chapel (8.9 km), Hadrian's Wall and vallum in wall mile 7, Scotswood section of vallum 75m long at Denton Dene (9 km), Hadrian's Wall in wall mile 7, Scotswood section of Hadrian's Wall in the grounds of Benwell Hill Cricket Club (9 km).

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