Round House

England
List entry 1006116
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round House is a prehistoric circular structure located in Staffordshire. The monument dates to the Iron Age and represents a form of domestic settlement characteristic of that period in the British Midlands. The site's circular construction reflects the building traditions common to Iron Age communities, which typically constructed roundhouses as their primary dwelling type. The physical remains provide archaeological evidence of settlement patterns and domestic life during the Iron Age in this region of England.

Round House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006116. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round House?

Round House is a prehistoric circular structure located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006116.

Who is responsible for protecting Round House?

Round House 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 1006116.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Alton Castle (0.3 km), Croxden Abbey (2.4 km), Greatgate Whipping Post (2.6 km).

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