Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLondon Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars

London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars

England
List entry 1002069
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England
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Overview

History & significance

London Wall is a section of the Roman defensive fortification that encircled the city of Londinium, constructed in the late second century AD and subsequently modified throughout the Roman period and beyond. The remains at Crutched Friars comprise substantial masonry of the original Roman wall together with a bastion, demonstrating the characteristic construction techniques and defensive architecture employed by Roman military engineers in Britain. The site preserves evidence of the wall's original flint and ragstone composition bonded with mortar, along with the projecting bastion that would have provided enhanced defensive capabilities. This section of London Wall represents a crucial element of the Roman urban infrastructure and remains one of the most significant surviving examples of Roman military architecture in Britain.

London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002069. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars?

London Wall is a section of the Roman defensive fortification that encircled the city of Londinium, constructed in the late second century AD and subsequently modified throughout the Roman period and beyond. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002069.

Who is responsible for protecting London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars?

London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars 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 1002069.

What other scheduled monuments are near London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion (4a) at Crutched Friars?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.7 km), The Jewel Tower (3.8 km), Tudor naval storehouse at Convoys Wharf (4.6 km).

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