Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks

Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks

England
List entry 1018475
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Rainster Rocks is a Romano-British settlement and field system located in Derbyshire. The site encompasses the remains of Romano-British occupation dating to the Roman period, including structures and associated agricultural features that illustrate the patterns of rural settlement and land management during this era. The field system demonstrates the organisation of land use contemporary with the settlement, reflecting the economic practices of Romano-British communities in the region. The monument survives as earthwork evidence of this period of occupation and agricultural activity in the Derbyshire landscape.

Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018475. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks?

Rainster Rocks is a Romano-British settlement and field system located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018475.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks?

Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks 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 1018475.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bank Top bowl barrow (3 km), Bank Top oval barrow (3 km), Two bowl barrows on Stand Low (3.9 km).

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