Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMilestone in Sutton High Street

Milestone in Sutton High Street

England
List entry 1001998
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Milestone in Sutton High Street is a roadside marker dating to the early nineteenth century. The stone monument records distances to London and other local destinations, serving the practical function of guiding travellers along this important route in Surrey. It represents the standardised system of distance markers that became prevalent on English roads during the Georgian and early Victorian periods. The milestone stands as evidence of improved road infrastructure and the expansion of organised travel networks in the nineteenth century.

Milestone in Sutton High Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001998. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Milestone in Sutton High Street?

Milestone in Sutton High Street is a roadside marker dating to the early nineteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001998.

Who is responsible for protecting Milestone in Sutton High Street?

Milestone in Sutton High Street 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 1001998.

What other scheduled monuments are near Milestone in Sutton High Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Late Bronze Age enclosure at Queen Mary's Hospital, Carshalton (3.1 km), Two Saxon burial mounds on Gally Hills (3.8 km), Two Saxon burial mounds on Gally Hills, west of Brighton Road (3.9 km).

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