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Roman Ridge is a section of a linear earthwork measuring approximately 300 yards in length, located on Birchcliff Bank in Yorkshire. The monument consists of a bank and ditch formation typical of Romano-British boundary or territorial markers, though the precise function of this particular stretch remains subject to scholarly interpretation. The earthwork's alignment and construction technique are consistent with Roman period engineering practices, suggesting its use as either a military boundary, territorial demarcation, or route marker during the Roman occupation of Britain. This 270-metre section represents a significant survival of Romano-British linear infrastructure in the Yorkshire landscape.
Roman Ridge: section 300yds (270m) long on Birchcliff Bank is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004809. View the official record →
Roman Ridge is a section of a linear earthwork measuring approximately 300 yards in length, located on Birchcliff Bank in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004809.
Roman Ridge: section 300yds (270m) long on Birchcliff Bank 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 1004809.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kimberworth motte and bailey castle (5.2 km), Old Bridge (5.4 km), Kimberworth Manor moated site (5.5 km).
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