Romano-British settlement and Iron Age defended settlement, 550m north east of Shaftoe Grange

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History & significance

The Romano-British settlement and Iron Age defended settlement 550 metres north east of Shaftoe Grange is a multi-period fortified site in Northumberland demonstrating continuity of occupation from the Iron Age through the Romano-British period. The site comprises earthwork remains of defensive structures characteristic of Iron Age hillforts, with evidence of subsequent Romano-British activity indicating that the location remained strategically or economically significant following the Roman conquest. The monument's preservation as buried and visible earthworks has allowed archaeological investigation to establish its extended period of use across these two major archaeological periods. Its designation reflects the importance of such sites for understanding settlement patterns and continuity of occupation in northern Britain during periods of significant cultural and political change.

Romano-British settlement and Iron Age defended settlement, 550m north east of Shaftoe Grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013757. View the official record →

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