Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath

Romano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath

England
List entry 1005941
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Farley Heath is a Romano-British temple complex and enclosure located on high ground in Surrey, dating to the second and third centuries AD. The site comprises a small temple structure surrounded by a substantial ditched enclosure, representing a religious sanctuary of the Romano-British period. Archaeological investigation has revealed votive objects and other religious deposits within the enclosure, indicating that the temple served as a focus for religious practice and possibly pilgrimage during the Roman occupation of Britain. The site's elevated position and material evidence suggest it held significance as a local religious centre within the Romano-British settlement pattern of the Surrey region.

Romano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005941. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Romano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath?

Farley Heath is a Romano-British temple complex and enclosure located on high ground in Surrey, dating to the second and third centuries AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005941.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath?

Romano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath 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 1005941.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British temple and enclosure on Farley Heath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Shere Heath (2.8 km), Chilworth gunpowder works (3.4 km), Earth circles on St Martha's Hill (3.8 km).

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