Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement site at Greatford

Settlement site at Greatford

England
List entry 1004957
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement site at Greatford is a prehistoric and Romano-British settlement located in Lincolnshire. The site has produced archaeological evidence of occupation spanning from the prehistoric period through the Romano-British era, indicating sustained human activity across several centuries. The settlement's location in the fertile landscape of the Lincolnshire fenland margin would have provided access to productive agricultural land and water resources, factors which likely contributed to its continued occupation through different periods. Archaeological investigation has recovered material culture consistent with domestic settlement patterns of these periods.

Settlement site at Greatford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004957. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement site at Greatford?

Settlement site at Greatford is a prehistoric and Romano-British settlement located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004957.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement site at Greatford?

Settlement site at Greatford 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 1004957.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement site at Greatford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lolham Bridges (5.2 km), Uffington Bridge (5.5 km), Settlement site E of Uffington and Barnack Station (5.5 km).

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