Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh

Romano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh

England
List entry 1009669
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Romano-British enclosed settlement located 720 metres north-east of Catcleugh is a fortified settlement dating to the Roman period in northern Britain. The site comprises an enclosure defined by defensive earthworks, typical of the settlement patterns adopted by Romano-British communities in the upland regions of Northumberland during the first and second centuries AD. Such enclosed settlements served as nucleated farming communities, providing both domestic and defensive functions for local populations during the period of Roman occupation and military presence in the area. The monument represents an important archaeological record of Romano-British adaptation to the landscape and settlement practices in the northern frontier zone of Roman Britain.

Romano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009669. View the official record →

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What is Romano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh?

The Romano-British enclosed settlement located 720 metres north-east of Catcleugh is a fortified settlement dating to the Roman period in northern Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009669.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh?

Romano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh 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 1009669.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British enclosed settlement, 720m north east of Catcleugh?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kershope Castle (1.8 km), Romano-British enclosed settlement, 290m south east of Butteryhaugh Bridge (2.1 km), Kielder Viaduct (2.2 km).

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