Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCity walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley

City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley

England
List entry 1003778
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft east from Rack Alley is a surviving section of Worcestershire's medieval defensive fortifications. This portion of masonry represents part of the town wall system that protected Worcester during the medieval period, with the walls themselves constructed from stone and built to substantial height and thickness as was typical of urban defences of this era. The section's location along The Butts, a street name indicating its proximity to the outer defences, preserves evidence of Worcester's medieval urban layout and fortification strategy. This registered ancient monument contributes to the archaeological and architectural record of Worcester's development as a defended medieval town.

City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003778. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley?

The City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft east from Rack Alley is a surviving section of Worcestershire's medieval defensive fortifications. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003778.

Who is responsible for protecting City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley?

City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley 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 1003778.

What other scheduled monuments are near City walls: section S of The Butts, extending 100ft (30m) E from Rack Alley?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Refectory of St Mary's Priory in Cathedral Close (0.6 km), Remains of Guesten Hall (0.7 km), Edgar Tower entrance to the Cathedral Close (0.7 km).

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