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Springhead is a Romano-British settlement and religious site located near Gravesend in Kent, England, dating from the 1st to 4th centuries AD. The site occupies a strategically important position at the confluence of the River Thames and Ebbsfleet, and archaeological evidence indicates it developed as a significant ritual and commercial centre during the Roman occupation of Britain. Excavations have revealed substantial structural remains including temples, domestic buildings, and evidence of metalworking, alongside finds of coins, pottery, and votive objects that suggest both religious practice and economic activity. The site's proximity to the Thames made it an important node in Romano-British trade networks, and its religious significance is demonstrated by archaeological features consistent with Celtic and Romano-Celtic religious traditions.
Springhead Roman site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005140. View the official record →
Springhead is a Romano-British settlement and religious 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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