Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest

Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest

England
List entry 1006775
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest is a linear earthwork surviving within the forest landscape of Cheshire. The road represents part of the Roman communications network that connected military and civilian settlements across the region during the Roman period. The earthwork survives as a raised bank or agger, the characteristic construction method of Roman roads, which elevated the metalled surface to aid drainage and facilitate movement of troops and goods. The site remains an important archaeological monument documenting Roman infrastructure in the north-west of England and the strategic importance of forest routes during the occupation period.

Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006775. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest?

Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest is a linear earthwork surviving within the forest landscape of Cheshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006775.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest?

Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest 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 1006775.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman road, Thieves Moss, Delamere Forest?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 120m south-east of Fishpool Lane Farm (2.2 km), Bowl barrow 140m south-east of Fishpool Lane Farm (2.2 km), High Billinge bowl barrow (3.1 km).

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