Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages

Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages

England
List entry 1009378
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill, located approximately 800 metres north-west of Old Town Cottages in Northumberland, is a rural settlement dating to the Roman period in Britain. The site comprises the remains of an agricultural holding that served the local population during Romano-British occupation, demonstrating the continuation and adaptation of farming practices under Roman administration. The physical remains reflect typical characteristics of Romano-British rural settlement, with evidence of structural features associated with domestic and agricultural activity. This farmstead contributes to understanding the distribution and character of rural economies across northern England during the Roman period.

Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009378. View the official record →

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What is Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages?

The Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill, located approximately 800 metres north-west of Old Town Cottages in Northumberland, is a rural settlement dating to the Roman period in Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009378.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages?

Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages 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 1009378.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British farmstead on Wood Hill 800m north west of Old Town Cottages?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Low Cleughs Bastle, 580m NNE of Low Leam Farm (5.3 km), Bastle at Low Leam Farm (5.9 km), Habitancum Roman fort and medieval settlement (6 km).

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