Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSouth Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean

South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean

England
List entry 1014924
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England
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Overview

History & significance

South Ringles is a Roman period native settlement located approximately 850 metres north-west of Middleton Dean in Northumberland. The site comprises the remains of a defended settlement dating to the Romano-British period, indicating occupation and settlement patterns among the indigenous population during Roman administration of northern Britain. The monument is characterized by its earthwork defences, which survive as visible archaeological features in the landscape. Such Romano-British native settlements represent important evidence for understanding how local communities adapted to and interacted with the Roman presence in the north of England during the first few centuries of the Common Era.

South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014924. View the official record →

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What is South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean?

South Ringles is a Roman period native settlement located approximately 850 metres north-west of Middleton Dean in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014924.

Who is responsible for protecting South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean?

South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean 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 1014924.

What other scheduled monuments are near South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ancient settlements on Hartside Hill (7 km), Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe (7.4 km), Ingram Farm: prehistoric to post-medieval settlement, agricultural and funerary remains (7.6 km).

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