Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force

Roman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force

England
List entry 1017120
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

A Roman period native settlement and bloomery is located 160 metres north west of Bleabeck Force in Yorkshire. The bloomery represents iron-working activity during the Roman period, demonstrating the continuation and adaptation of native craft practices under Roman rule. The settlement associated with this industrial site reflects the pattern of Romano-British habitation in upland areas, where native communities maintained agricultural and metalworking economies alongside Roman administrative structures. Such sites provide archaeological evidence for the integration of indigenous populations into the broader economic networks of Roman Britain.

Roman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017120. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force?

A Roman period native settlement and bloomery is located 160 metres north west of Bleabeck Force in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017120.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force?

Roman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force 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 1017120.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman period native settlement and a bloomery 160m north west of Bleabeck Force?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman period native settlement, medieval bloomery, building and track, and a charcoal pit at Keld Smithy Green, Holwick Fell (1.9 km), Two burnt mounds south of Blackmea Crag Sike, 590m south west of Castle House (2.6 km), Burnt mound, cairnfield and bloomery at Eel Beck, 480m south of Blackmea Crag, Holwick Fell (2.7 km).

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