Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRothamsted Romano-British cemetery

Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery

England
List entry 1018377
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery is a burial ground dating to the Romano-British period, situated in Hertfordshire. The site represents evidence of funerary practices during the Roman occupation of Britain, when cremation and inhumation were employed within organised cemeteries associated with nearby settlements or roadways. Archaeological investigation has revealed human remains and grave goods typical of Romano-British burial customs, contributing to understanding of the period's settlement patterns and religious observances in the region. The cemetery's location and material culture provide insight into the continuity and change of burial practices during the later Iron Age and Roman periods in south-eastern England.

Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018377. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery?

Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery is a burial ground dating to the Romano-British period, situated in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018377.

Who is responsible for protecting Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery?

Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery 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 1018377.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rothamsted Romano-British cemetery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Devils Ditch (5.4 km), Bacon's House, Gorhambury (6.2 km), Verulamium, Bacons Mount (6.4 km).

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