Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site

Gosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site

England
List entry 1002180
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Gosbecks is a substantial Iron Age and Romano-British settlement site located near Colchester in Essex. The site comprises an Iron Age hillfort with associated field systems, occupied from approximately the first century BC, which continued in use during the Romano-British period following the Roman conquest. Extensive archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of domestic occupation, craft activities, and the site's role within the broader settlement hierarchy of the region. The monument represents an important example of continuity of settlement across the Iron Age and Romano-British transition in southeast England.

Gosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002180. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site?

Gosbecks is a substantial Iron Age and Romano-British settlement site located near Colchester in Essex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002180.

Who is responsible for protecting Gosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site?

Gosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site 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 1002180.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gosbecks Iron Age and Romano-British site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote 80m south west of Olivers (0.5 km), Remains of St Mary's Church (1.9 km), Berechurch Dyke: part of the Iron Age territorial oppidum and Romano-British town of Camulodunum (3.1 km).

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