Roman Town Remains in Cambridgeshire Designated as Protected Monument

Archaeological discovery near Great Staughton reveals extensive Roman settlement, halting solar farm development plans.

The remains of a Roman town spanning 31 hectares were discovered during survey work for a solar farm project in Cambridgeshire.
The site includes well-preserved streets, buildings, ditches, pits, and gravel surfaces indicative of a highly organized urban settlement.
Artefacts such as pottery, animal bones, coins, and metal objects were found, suggesting both domestic and industrial activities.
Historic England has granted heritage protection status to the site, ensuring its preservation and halting the proposed solar development.
The discovery provides significant insights into Roman life in the East of England, with evidence of a villa and possible industrial processes.