Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange

Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange

England
List entry 1018089
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England
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Overview

History & significance

A Romano-British field system is a series of agricultural land divisions dating to the Roman period, located approximately 420 metres south-east of Roystone Grange in Derbyshire. The system comprises relict field boundaries and cultivation traces that demonstrate the organisation of farming activity during Roman occupation of Britain. Such field systems represent important archaeological evidence of rural economic practice and land management strategies employed during the Romano-British period. The site contributes to understanding settlement patterns and agricultural exploitation in the Peak District upland region during antiquity.

Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018089. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange?

A Romano-British field system is a series of agricultural land divisions dating to the Roman period, located approximately 420 metres south-east of Roystone Grange in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018089.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange?

Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange 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 1018089.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement, including fishpond and open field system, immediately north and 240m south of Lea Cottage Farm (4.6 km), Bank Top bowl barrow (4.9 km), Civil War redoubt 150m east of Tissington Hall (5 km).

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