Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman road W of Ashley Barn

Roman road W of Ashley Barn

England
List entry 1002880
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman road west of Ashley Barn is a Roman road situated in Dorset. The monument represents part of the extensive road network developed by Roman forces during their occupation of Britain, typically dating to the period following the Roman invasion in AD 43. Such roads were fundamental to Roman military strategy and administration, facilitating troop movement and the transport of goods and materials across the province. The survival of this road as an archaeological feature demonstrates the enduring impact of Roman engineering on the English landscape.

Roman road W of Ashley Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002880. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman road W of Ashley Barn?

The Roman road west of Ashley Barn is a Roman road situated in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002880.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman road W of Ashley Barn?

Roman road W of Ashley Barn 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 1002880.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman road W of Ashley Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 330m south east of Nutley Farm (9 km), Six bowl barrows on Blacknoll Hill (9 km), Bowl barrow 520m south east of Nutley Farm (9.1 km).

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