Scheduled MonumentsEnglandManless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp

Manless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp

England
List entry 1405816
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Manless Town is a medieval settlement in Gloucestershire whose archaeological remains preserve evidence of human occupation across multiple periods. The site contains buried remains of a Roman camp alongside later medieval settlement features, indicating sustained use of this location through successive historical periods. The Roman military installation demonstrates the strategic importance of this area during the occupation of Britain, while the overlying medieval settlement reflects continued settlement patterns in the post-Roman period. The monument represents an important palimpsest of activity spanning from the Roman era through the medieval period.

Manless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1405816. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Manless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp?

Manless Town is a medieval settlement in Gloucestershire whose archaeological remains preserve evidence of human occupation across multiple periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1405816.

Who is responsible for protecting Manless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp?

Manless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp 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 1405816.

What other scheduled monuments are near Manless Town medieval settlement and the buried remains of a Roman camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Juniper Hill earthwork (5.2 km), Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard (5.9 km), Bowl barrow in Three Ash Belt, 460m north east of Westwood Farm (6.1 km).

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