Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa

Prehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa

England
List entry 1016890
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carvossa is a prehistoric and Roman settlement located in Cornwall, England. The site contains evidence of occupation spanning multiple periods, with archaeological remains indicating settlement activity during both the prehistoric era and the Roman period. The monument preserves structural features and artefactual evidence characteristic of settlement sites from these periods, contributing to understanding of human occupation patterns in southwestern Britain during these significant phases of pre-history and Romano-British history.

Prehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016890. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Prehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa?

Carvossa is a prehistoric and Roman settlement located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016890.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa?

Prehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa 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 1016890.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric and Roman settlement at Carvossa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Holy well of St Cuby, 25m south west of Brookfield (3.2 km), Round 790m north east of Trebollack (4.7 km), Wayside cross in Holy Trinity churchyard, Tresillian (5.2 km).

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