Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood

Iron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood

England
List entry 1006251
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bomere Wood is a Late Iron Age settlement site located in Shropshire, England. The site is characterised by the remains of roundhouses and associated defensive earthworks dating to the period between approximately 500 and 100 BC. The settlement demonstrates the typical domestic and social organisation of Iron Age communities in the West Midlands, with evidence of structured occupation within a defined boundary. The site's preservation within woodland has contributed to the survival of its archaeological features, making it a significant example of Iron Age settlement archaeology in the region.

Iron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006251. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood?

Bomere Wood is a Late Iron Age settlement site located in Shropshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006251.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood?

Iron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood 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 1006251.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age settlement site in Bomere Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site, fishponds and ridge and furrow cultivation remains, 260m south west of Betton Alkmere (1 km), The Burgs (1.3 km), Castle motte 50m south east of St John the Baptist's Church. (4.7 km).

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