Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill Farm

Iron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill Farm

England
List entry 1483470
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features located 500 metres east of Swallow Hill Farm in Leicestershire comprise an Iron Age and Roman period monument complex. The site is characterised by a series of enclosures and linear ditch systems that reflect patterns of settlement and land organisation typical of the later prehistoric and Romano-British periods. The earthworks and archaeological features visible on the landscape indicate sustained use and management of the site across both the Iron Age and Roman occupation phases. Such multiphase settlement complexes demonstrate the continuity of settlement patterns and territorial arrangements in the East Midlands region through the transition from Iron Age to Roman administration.

Iron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1483470. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill Farm?

The ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features located 500 metres east of Swallow Hill Farm in Leicestershire comprise an Iron Age and Roman period monument complex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1483470.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill Farm?

Iron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill 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 1483470.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age and Roman ritual site, settlement, enclosures and linear ditched features, 500m East of Swallow Hill Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hallaton motte and bailey castle (0.6 km), Butter Cross 150m east of the church (0.8 km), Manorial site west of St Gile's Church and medieval settlement west of Manor Farm (2.6 km).

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