Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHorningsea kilns, site of

Horningsea kilns, site of

England
List entry 1006895
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Horningsea kilns is a site of Romano-British pottery production located near the village of Horningsea in Cambridgeshire. The kilns date to the Roman period and represent evidence of ceramic manufacturing activity in the region, contributing to understanding of local Romano-British economic and industrial practice. The site comprises the structural remains of pottery kilns used in the production of ceramics, reflecting the settlement and industrial patterns of Roman Britain. Horningsea's kilns are significant for demonstrating the distribution of pottery production centres across the Romano-British landscape and the local supply networks that serviced domestic and military demand.

Horningsea kilns, site of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006895. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Horningsea kilns, site of?

Horningsea kilns is a site of Romano-British pottery production located near the village of Horningsea in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006895.

Who is responsible for protecting Horningsea kilns, site of?

Horningsea kilns, site of 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 1006895.

What other scheduled monuments are near Horningsea kilns, site of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Cheddar's Lane pumping station (5.2 km), Moated site at Manor Farm (5.7 km), Settlement site by Caudle Corner Farm (6.7 km).

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