Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of pre-Roman settlement

Site of pre-Roman settlement

England
List entry 1002173
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Site of pre-Roman settlement is a scheduled ancient monument in Essex, England, representing occupation during the Iron Age and earlier periods. The site has yielded archaeological evidence of settlement activity predating the Roman conquest of Britain in the first century AD. Its significance lies in documenting patterns of pre-Roman habitation and land use in Essex during later prehistory. The exact location and extent of the settlement remains defined by its scheduled monument designation, which protects the archaeological remains from disturbance.

Site of pre-Roman settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002173. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of pre-Roman settlement?

Site of pre-Roman settlement is a scheduled ancient monument in Essex, England, representing occupation during the Iron Age and earlier periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002173.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of pre-Roman settlement?

Site of pre-Roman settlement 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 1002173.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of pre-Roman settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bourne Mill (2.5 km), Heath Farm Dyke Middle (rear of Alan Way): part of the Iron Age territorial oppidum of Camulodunum (2.5 km), Kidman's Dyke North and Middle: part of the Iron Age territorial oppidum of Camulodunum (3.1 km).

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