Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate

Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate

England
List entry 1004949
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Saltergate is a Roman and medieval town wall with gate situated in Lincolnshire, England. The monument comprises defensive fortifications that served the settlement across two distinct periods of occupation and use. The wall itself preserves evidence of both Roman construction and later medieval refurbishment, demonstrating the site's continued strategic importance through successive centuries. The gate structure represents a key point of access and control within the town's defences, reflecting the evolving needs of the community that inhabited and defended this location.

Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004949. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate?

Saltergate is a Roman and medieval town wall with gate situated in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004949.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate?

Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate 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 1004949.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Stonebow (0.1 km), High Bridge (0.1 km), Grey Friars Museum, Broadgate (0.1 km).

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