Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood

Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood

England
List entry 1005255
Nation
England
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History & significance

# Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood

This site is a Roman settlement located in Hertfordshire, positioned approximately 400 metres east of Backlane Wood. The monument represents archaeological evidence of Roman period activity in the region, contributing to understanding of settlement patterns and land use during the Roman occupation of Britain. The site has been recorded within the national heritage register as a designated ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological importance for the study of Romano-British settlement.

Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005255. View the official record →

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What is Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood?

# Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood This site is a Roman settlement located in Hertfordshire, positioned approximately 400 metres east of Backlane Wood. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005255.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood?

Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood 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 1005255.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated enclosures, Well Wood and Chapel Wood, Watton-At-Stone (1.1 km), Linear earthwork in Perry's Grove (2.7 km), Lockleys Roman villa (4.9 km).

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