Archaeological sites · South East England
Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits
In or near Etchingham.
Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits — a archaeological in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Stonegate · 2.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits is a archaeological located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits is an archaeological site in East Sussex, showcasing remnants of a Roman bloomery and iron production from the late 1st to 2nd centuries AD. Excavations have uncovered industrial quarters, including timber structures and a high-temperature hearth, indicating the site's historical significance in ironworking.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits are archaeological remains located in South-East England. This site provides insight into Roman iron production techniques, showcasing the historical significance of metallurgy in the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.0401, 0.3717
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Rother
- Parish
- Ticehurst
- Postcode
- TN5 7EL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bexhill and Battle
- Nearest railway station
- Stonegate — 2.3 km
- Official site
- www.pastscape.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/6901418449 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits?
- Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN5 7EL), in the parish of Ticehurst.
- What is Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits?
- Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits — a archaeological in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits?
- The nearest railway station is Stonegate, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN5 7EL.
- Is Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits a protected site?
- Yes — Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits free to visit?
- Yes, Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bardown Roman bloomery and iron pits?
- The nearest railway station is Stonegate, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN5 7EL.