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Springhead is a Roman settlement site located near Gravesend in Kent, England, dating from the 1st to 4th centuries AD. The site occupies a strategically important location at the confluence of the River Thames and Ebbsfleet Stream, where it likely functioned as a port settlement and religious centre serving the wider Roman province. Archaeological excavations have revealed substantial evidence of occupation including buildings, pottery, coins, and votive deposits, with particular significance attached to finds indicating ritual and religious activity. The site represents an important example of Romano-British settlement patterns and trade networks during the imperial period.
Springhead Roman site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005140. View the official record →
Springhead is a Roman settlement site located near Gravesend in Kent, England, dating from the 1st to 4th centuries AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005140.
Springhead Roman site 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 1005140.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman enclosure SE of Vagniacae (0.8 km), Monastic grange at Friary Court (1.7 km), Icehouse at Clock House, Green Street Green (3.5 km).
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