Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation

Roman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation

England
List entry 1004815
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Roman Ridge is a section of linear earthwork measuring approximately 130 metres in length, situated within Dyson's Plantation in Yorkshire. The feature represents a surviving segment of what appears to be a Roman road or associated military earthwork, though the exact chronological attribution and functional purpose require specialist assessment. The monument survives as a raised bank or ridge formation in the landscape, characteristic of Roman engineering infrastructure in northern Britain. This surviving section contributes to our understanding of Roman communications and territorial control in the region during the period of military occupation.

Roman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004815. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation?

Roman Ridge is a section of linear earthwork measuring approximately 130 metres in length, situated within Dyson's Plantation in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004815.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation?

Roman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation 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 1004815.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Ridge: section 140yds (130m) long in Dyson's Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman Ridge: section 110yds (100m) long, 450yds (410m) NNE of Kimberworth Park Farm (4.9 km), Old Bridge (5.2 km), Roman Ridge: section 250yds (230m) in length N of Kimberworth Park Road (5.3 km).

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