Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPortion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens

Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens

England
List entry 1005060
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens is a scheduled ancient monument located in Lincolnshire, England. The site comprises earthwork remains of a Roman-period defensive feature, specifically a fosse or ditch alongside an associated mound, which would have formed part of the fortification strategy typical of Roman military installations or settlements in Britain. The monument dates to the Roman period and represents the surviving archaeological evidence of engineering works from this era. Such fosses and mounds were characteristic defensive structures employed throughout the Roman occupation of Britain, serving to demarcate and protect significant administrative or military sites.

Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005060. View the official record →

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What is Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens?

Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens is a scheduled ancient monument located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005060.

Who is responsible for protecting Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens?

Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens 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 1005060.

What other scheduled monuments are near Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple Gardens?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman remains beneath Boots building (0.3 km), Grey Friars Museum, Broadgate (0.3 km), Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate (0.4 km).

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