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Roman Settlement at Keynsham Hams is a Romano-British settlement site located in Somerset near the former Cadbury's chocolate factory. The site, which dates to the Roman period, represents an important example of civilian settlement activity in the region during the occupation of Britain. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of occupation and activity spanning the Roman era, contributing to understanding of rural and industrial settlement patterns in Roman Somerset. The monument's significance lies in its documentation of how the landscape was utilised during the Romano-British period, when the site formed part of the broader pattern of settlement and resource exploitation across the province.
Roman Settlement at Keynsham Hams, former Cadbury's Factory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1416459. View the official record →
Roman Settlement at Keynsham Hams is a Romano-British settlement site located in Somerset near the former Cadbury's chocolate factory. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1416459.
Roman Settlement at Keynsham Hams, former Cadbury's Factory 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 1416459.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 375m south east of Knowle Farm (4.5 km), Compton Dando Bridge (4.7 km), Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 585m north of Tuckingmill Farm (5.3 km).
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