Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield

Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield

England
List entry 1007180
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield is a complex of Roman period archaeological remains located in Cumberland. The site comprises a Roman road together with associated enclosures, representing evidence of Roman military or administrative infrastructure in the region. The remains date to the Roman occupation period, likely reflecting the systematic development of roads and auxiliary establishments across northern Britain. The physical evidence survives as earthwork features and subsurface deposits characteristic of Roman engineering in upland areas.

Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007180. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield?

Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield is a complex of Roman period archaeological remains located in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007180.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield?

Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield 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 1007180.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement at Cragside Wood (7.9 km), Moated site and annexe east of Setterahpark Wood (8.5 km), Linear stone bank on Askham Fell (8.6 km).

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