The Sherford site in Devon, which is being developed into a new town, has been providing fascinating insights into the region’s ancient history. Just last year, Ice Age ‘megafuna’ had been found, and now, a crucial ‘probable’ Roman link road, which facilitated trade and communication, has been located! It runs along the contemporary site of Sherford Business Park.
An Ancient Road: Linking Ancient Communities and Fostering Trade Ties
A team of archaeologists, working with Orion Heritage and AC Archaeology, has found evidence of an ancient road, described as a “key route” linking human communities thousands of years ago. In addition, Bronze Age homes and Roman farmsteads have also been found on the site, painting a rich picture of life in the region thousands of years ago, reports BBC.
The road has a crushed slate surface and visible drainage points, which are typical of Roman construction methods. The discovery of this road underscores the significance of the area as a hub of activity and commerce during the Roman period.
Says Rob Bourn of Orion Heritage, who called the finds “fascinating” amongst other things, explained that, “Enhancing our understanding of not just Devon, but also Britain’s ancient history, the archaeological work at Sherford continues to be fascinating. We are thrilled to work on these important historic investigations, and hope the findings at Sherford help to encourage everyone to take an interest in local history and secrets under the soil.”
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