Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath

Romano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath

England
List entry 1020924
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

A Romano-British farmstead is a rural settlement of the Roman period located 800 metres south of Winderwath in Westmorland. The site comprises structural remains typical of Romano-British agricultural communities, representing the Romano-British occupation and exploitation of the landscape during the first four centuries of the Christian era. Associated with the farmstead is a length of Roman road, indicating the site's integration into the wider Roman communication and transport network that characterised Roman Britain. The archaeological evidence at this location documents the extent of Roman settlement beyond major military installations and urban centres, reflecting the agricultural economy that supported Roman Britain's infrastructure and military presence.

Romano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020924. View the official record →

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What is Romano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath?

A Romano-British farmstead is a rural settlement of the Roman period located 800 metres south of Winderwath in Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020924.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath?

Romano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath 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 1020924.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British farmstead and a length of Roman road 800m south of Winderwath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman milestone, 180m north west of Spitals (3 km), Stone circle 800m east of Wetheriggs Pottery (4.3 km), Kirkby Thore Roman Fort and Associated Vicus (4.6 km).

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