Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm

A Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm

England
List entry 1021451
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England
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Overview

History & significance

HARRIETT is a Kennet built-barge located approximately 500 metres north-west of Kingshill Farm in Gloucestershire. The vessel represents a type of commercial watercraft characteristic of inland river navigation during the nineteenth century, designed specifically for transport along the Kennet and Avon Canal and similar waterways. As a surviving example of this distinctive vernacular boat-building tradition, the barge preserves evidence of period construction techniques and the material culture of canal commerce. The site's designation as an ancient monument reflects its archaeological and historical importance as a record of inland water transport during the industrial period.

A Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021451. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is A Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm?

HARRIETT is a Kennet built-barge located approximately 500 metres north-west of Kingshill Farm in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021451.

Who is responsible for protecting A Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm?

A Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1021451.

What other scheduled monuments are near A Kennet built-barge known as HARRIETT, 500m north-west of Kingshill Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moat and fishpond at Wanswell Court (2.9 km), Lydney Harbour (4.2 km), Village cross at Lydney (5.4 km).

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