Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge

Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge

England
List entry 1015526
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig 625 metres south west of Rede Bridge is an ancient monument comprising evidence of occupation and agricultural use dating to the Roman period. The site preserves remains of a settlement from this era alongside cord rig, a distinctive form of ridge and furrow cultivation that reflects Roman agricultural practice in northern Britain. The physical character of the monument encompasses both structural elements associated with habitation and the patterned earthworks created by the cord rig field system. The site's location in Northumberland, near the Rede Bridge, places it within a landscape that saw significant Romano-British activity during the period of Roman occupation in Britain.

Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015526. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge?

The Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig 625 metres south west of Rede Bridge is an ancient monument comprising evidence of occupation and agricultural use dating to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015526.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge?

Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge 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 1015526.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British settlement and field of cord rig, 625m south west of Rede Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British farmstead, 400m north east of Hole House (6.2 km), Bastle immediately east of Mortley (6.7 km), Bastle at Horneystead, 400m south west of The Ash (7.3 km).

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