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Section of Roman Ermine Street and associated roadside settlement, approximately 84m north of Turnford Brook, is a scheduled ancient monument preserving remains of the Roman road known as Ermine Street and evidence of settlement activity along its margins. The site dates to the Roman period, representing a significant section of the major arterial route that connected London to Lincoln and beyond, serving as a crucial conduit for military, administrative, and commercial traffic across Roman Britain. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural evidence of roadside occupation and activity associated with this important communication corridor, indicating the economic and social significance of settlements positioned adjacent to major Roman thoroughfares. The monument retains archaeological potential for further understanding of Roman road engineering, the character of roadside habitation, and patterns of settlement and trade in Roman Hertfordshire.
Section of Roman Ermine Street and associated roadside settlement, approximately 84m north of Turnford Brook is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1487164. View the official record →
Section of Roman Ermine Street and associated roadside settlement, approximately 84m north of Turnford Brook, is a scheduled ancient monument preserving remains of the Roman road known as Ermine Street and evidence of settlement activity along its margins. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1487164.
Section of Roman Ermine Street and associated roadside settlement, approximately 84m north of Turnford Brook 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 1487164.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including World War II Bofors Anti-aircraft gun platform 340m south east of Cheshunt railway station (3.8 km), Theobalds Palace, Waltham Cross (4.2 km), Waltham Abbey Royal Gunpowder Factory (4.6 km).
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