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Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton

England
List entry 1006355
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The Romano-Celtic temple north of Woodeaton is a Romano-British religious structure located in Oxfordshire. The site dates to the Roman period and represents the characteristic square or rectangular temple plan typical of Romano-Celtic religious architecture in Britain, which combined Classical and Celtic religious traditions. Archaeological investigation has revealed the temple's foundations and structural remains, providing evidence of religious practice during the Roman occupation of Britain. The monument illustrates the cultural synthesis that occurred in Roman Britain, where local populations adopted Classical temple forms whilst maintaining elements of indigenous religious belief and practice.

Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006355. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton?

The Romano-Celtic temple north of Woodeaton is a Romano-British religious structure located in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006355.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton?

Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton 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 1006355.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Woodeaton village cross (0.7 km), Ring ditches, barrows and associated enclosures, Port Meadow (5.7 km), Godstow Abbey: a Benedictine nunnery, associated earthworks, leats and bridge, immediately south of Godstow Bridge (6.3 km).

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