Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn

Romano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn

England
List entry 1018960
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Romano-British settlement on Coombe Down is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of settlement activity and associated earthworks dating to the Roman period. Located 760 metres east of Bake Barn in Wiltshire, the site preserves archaeological evidence of occupation and land use during Roman Britain, reflecting the pattern of rural settlement that characterised the Romano-British countryside. The surviving earthworks include features indicative of domestic and possibly agricultural activity typical of this period. The monument represents an important record of Roman rural life and settlement patterns in the region, and its scheduled status reflects its significance for understanding Romano-British occupation and economy.

Romano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018960. View the official record →

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What is Romano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn?

The Romano-British settlement on Coombe Down is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of settlement activity and associated earthworks dating to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018960.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn?

Romano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn 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 1018960.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British settlement and associated earthworks on Coombe Down, 760m east of Bake Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 950m east of New Barn, Earl's Farm Down (9.8 km), Bowl barrow at the east end of Earl's Farm Down (9.9 km), Bell barrow 550m east of New Barn, Earl's Farm Down (9.9 km).

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