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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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

A Roman site is located approximately 400 metres east of Backlane Wood in Hertfordshire. The monument comprises archaeological remains dating to the Roman period, reflecting settlement or activity within the broader landscape of Roman Britain. The precise nature and extent of structures present at the site are best determined through consultation of specialist archaeological records and surveys undertaken in the region. The site's designation within the National Heritage List for England indicates its recognised importance to the archaeological understanding of Roman occupation in Hertfordshire.

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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Questions & answers

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

A Roman site is located approximately 400 metres east of Backlane Wood in Hertfordshire. 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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