Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIlchester Roman town

Ilchester Roman town

England
List entry 1006155
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ilchester is a Romano-British town situated in Somerset that developed as an important settlement during the Roman occupation of Britain. The site, known in antiquity as Lindinis, served as a significant administrative and commercial centre, likely established in the first century AD and continuing in use through the Roman period. Archaeological investigations have revealed the remains of buildings, roads, and defensive structures characteristic of a Romano-British urban settlement. Today the site is largely buried beneath modern development, though excavations and finds have contributed substantially to understanding Romano-British town planning and economy in the south-west of Britain.

Ilchester Roman town is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006155. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ilchester Roman town?

Ilchester is a Romano-British town situated in Somerset that developed as an important settlement during the Roman occupation of Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006155.

Who is responsible for protecting Ilchester Roman town?

Ilchester Roman town 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 1006155.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ilchester Roman town?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Later Iron Age enclosure, Ilchester Mead (0.5 km), Northover House, late Roman cemetery (0.5 km), Roman villa at Lufton (4.7 km).

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