Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse

Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse

England
List entry 1016138
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Overview

History & significance

Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse is a complex of archaeological remains in Northumberland comprising three settlements of Romano-British date together with evidence of a subsequent drove route. The settlements represent native occupation during the Roman period, indicating continuity of settlement patterns in the region during the first and second centuries AD. The later droveway cut through this landscape, demonstrating the reuse of this area for pastoral management in subsequent centuries. This monument type, combining Romano-British domestic sites with later linear features, provides evidence of long-term settlement and economic activity in the upland margins of Northumberland.

Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016138. View the official record →

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What is Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse?

Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse is a complex of archaeological remains in Northumberland comprising three settlements of Romano-British date together with evidence of a subsequent drove route. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016138.

Who is responsible for protecting Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse?

Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse 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 1016138.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three Roman period native settlements and later droveway 750m south west of Torleehouse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Auchope,settlement 550m SSE of (9 km), Auchope,scooped homestead 400m SW of (9.1 km), Sourhope,settlements and field system 1600m ENE of (9.1 km).

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