Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement in Moulton West Fen

Settlement in Moulton West Fen

England
List entry 1002944
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement in Moulton West Fen is a prehistoric and Romano-British settlement site located in the Lincolnshire Fens. The site comprises archaeological remains including occupation deposits and structural evidence spanning multiple periods of settlement activity. The settlement demonstrates the exploitation of fenland resources during antiquity, representing human adaptation to marginal wetland environments during prehistory and the Roman period. The site is significant for understanding the patterns of settlement distribution and subsistence strategies in the Fenland region during these early periods.

Settlement in Moulton West Fen is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002944. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement in Moulton West Fen?

Settlement in Moulton West Fen is a prehistoric and Romano-British settlement site located in the Lincolnshire Fens. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002944.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement in Moulton West Fen?

Settlement in Moulton West Fen 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 1002944.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement in Moulton West Fen?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement NE of Whitebread Farm (0.9 km), Medieval boundary earthworks at Queen's Bank, 100m south east of Providence House (1 km), Settlement W of Cate's Cove Corner (1.2 km).

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