Bannaventa, Archaeological site in Northamptonshire, England
Bannaventa is an archaeological site situated along the historic Watling Street near Norton and Whilton villages. The location spans several acres and contains remnants of fortified boundaries from Roman times.
The site developed during Roman occupation as a military outpost positioned between two major settlements. It served as a waystation for travelers and merchants moving along key trade routes.
The name comes from Celtic language roots that reference geographical features. This naming reflects a layering of cultures across the settlement's long history.
The site remains on private land with no public access available. Archaeological research continues through authorized excavation programs.
Excavations have uncovered coins from the Constantinian period, pointing to extended human habitation. These findings reveal that people occupied this location across several centuries.
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