Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman site at Olney

Roman site at Olney

England
List entry 1006918
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman site at Olney is a scheduled ancient monument in Buckinghamshire comprising archaeological remains of Roman settlement activity. The site has yielded artefactual evidence indicating occupation during the Roman period, though the extent and precise nature of the settlement remain subject to ongoing archaeological interpretation. Its significance lies in contributing to understanding of Roman settlement patterns in the Midlands and East Anglia region during the imperial period. The remains are now largely subsurface, with archaeological value preserved through scheduled monument protection rather than visible structural remains.

Roman site at Olney is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006918. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman site at Olney?

The Roman site at Olney is a scheduled ancient monument in Buckinghamshire comprising archaeological remains of Roman settlement activity. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006918.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman site at Olney?

Roman site at Olney 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 1006918.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman site at Olney?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted medieval settlement at Filgrave, immediately west of Rectory Farm (4.5 km), Site of St Martin's Chapel, Ekeney; 680m south east of Petsoe Manor Farm (4.8 km), Group of ring ditches and enclosures at Tyringham (5.6 km).

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