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Roman Ridge is a linear earthwork situated south of Abdy Farm in Yorkshire, England. This section of approximately 400 yards in length represents part of a broader ridge system, likely constructed during the Romano-British period or in relation to Roman territorial organisation of the region. The monument survives as an upstanding linear feature in the landscape, characteristic of boundary works or defensive structures of antiquity. Such ridges in Yorkshire often functioned as territorial markers, drove roads, or fortification-related earthworks associated with Roman military and civilian infrastructure in the northern provinces.
Roman Ridge: section 400yds (370m) long S of Abdy Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004810. View the official record →
Roman Ridge is a linear earthwork situated south of Abdy Farm in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004810.
Roman Ridge: section 400yds (370m) long S of Abdy Farm 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 1004810.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Bridge (5.4 km), Kimberworth motte and bailey castle (5.5 km), Kimberworth Manor moated site (5.7 km).
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