Charterhouse Roman Town, Roman archaeological site in Somerset, England
Located near Charterhouse-on-Mendip, this Roman settlement contains ancient streets, buildings, and remnants of industrial workshops used for lead and silver production.
The settlement emerged around 49 AD as a Roman military outpost for managing lead and silver mining operations before transitioning to civilian control.
The site features the only amphitheatre in England constructed at a lead mine, measuring 32 meters by 24.4 meters with seating banks reaching 4.5 meters.
Archaeological investigations continue at the site, with guided tours and educational programs offering detailed information about Roman mining and settlement patterns.
Inscriptions on recovered lead ingots suggest the settlement's Roman name was Vebriacum, with evidence of systematic metal extraction and processing methods.
GPS coordinates: 51.30229,-2.71501
Latest update: March 14, 2025 14:29
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