Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHandlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm

Handlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm

England
List entry 1017835
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Handlands is a Romano-British settlement located approximately 460 metres south west of Woodseats Farm in Yorkshire, England. The site represents a rural settlement of the Roman period, likely dating to the occupation of northern Britain during the first and second centuries AD. Archaeological investigation and surface survey have identified evidence of Romano-British activity at this location, including artefactual material consistent with domestic and agricultural use during the Roman imperial period. The settlement forms part of the broader pattern of rural occupation across Yorkshire during the Romano-British era, contributing to our understanding of non-military settlement and land use in the northern frontier zone of Roman Britain.

Handlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017835. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Handlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm?

Handlands is a Romano-British settlement located approximately 460 metres south west of Woodseats Farm in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017835.

Who is responsible for protecting Handlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm?

Handlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm 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 1017835.

What other scheduled monuments are near Handlands Romano-British settlement, 460m south west of Woodseats Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross at the Church of St Mary (2.2 km), File factory, 11 High Street (2.4 km), Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge (6 km).

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