Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLondon Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP

London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP

England
List entry 1002063
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill is a surviving stretch of the Roman defensive fortification that enclosed the City of London. Constructed in the late second or early third century AD, the wall formed part of the extensive circuit that protected the Roman settlement of Londinium, and substantial portions of it remain visible above ground at this location near Tower Hill. The masonry survives to a considerable height and demonstrates the characteristic Roman construction technique employing flint and ragstone set in mortar, with evidence of medieval and later repairs. This section represents one of the most significant archaeological and architectural remains from Roman Britain, preserving important evidence of urban military engineering and the strategic development of Roman London.

London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002063. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP?

London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill is a surviving stretch of the Roman defensive fortification that enclosed the City of London. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002063.

Who is responsible for protecting London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP?

London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP 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 1002063.

What other scheduled monuments are near London Wall: section from underground railway to Tower Hill GUARDIANSHIP?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.4 km), The Jewel Tower (3.7 km), Tudor naval storehouse at Convoys Wharf (4.4 km).

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