Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford

Roman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford

England
List entry 1016747
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The Roman road on the eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath is a linear earthwork situated approximately 220 metres north-east of Hardley Bridge Ford in Hampshire. The monument represents a section of road infrastructure from the Roman period, preserving evidence of the transport network that connected settlements and military installations across the province. The road survives as a raised bank or agger, the characteristic feature of Roman road construction, which allowed for drainage and visibility across the landscape. This stretch of road contributes to the archaeological understanding of Roman Hampshire and the patterns of communication and trade during the Roman occupation of Britain.

Roman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016747. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford?

The Roman road on the eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath is a linear earthwork situated approximately 220 metres north-east of Hardley Bridge Ford in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016747.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford?

Roman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford 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 1016747.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman road on eastern edge of Beaulieu Heath, 220m north east of Hardley Bridge Ford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three bowl barrows 560m north of Otterwood Farm (2.6 km), Bowl barrow 540m north of Otterwood Farm (2.6 km), Row Down round barrow cemetery (3 km).

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