East Gate

England
List entry 1006131
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

East Gate is a medieval gateway structure located in Staffordshire, England. The monument survives as a notable example of defensive architecture from the medieval period, preserving evidence of fortification design typical of its era. The gate remains designated as a heritage monument of historical importance, reflecting the strategic role such structures played in controlling access to settlements and administrative centres during the medieval centuries. The survival of the East Gate demonstrates the durability of medieval masonry construction and continues to provide archaeological and architectural evidence relevant to understanding medieval fortification practices in the region.

East Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006131. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is East Gate?

East Gate is a medieval gateway structure located in Staffordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006131.

Who is responsible for protecting East Gate?

East Gate 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 1006131.

What other scheduled monuments are near East Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Thomas' Priory (2.5 km), Stafford Castle and associated medieval settlement (2.5 km), Moated site and ancillary enclosure SW of Stafford Castle (3.3 km).

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