Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot

Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot

England
List entry 1004616
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman road from Waverbridge to Pattenfoot is a scheduled ancient monument in Cumberland, England, forming part of the network of military routes constructed during the Roman occupation of northern Britain. The road dates to the Roman period, likely established in connection with the consolidation of Roman control in the region during the first and second centuries AD. The surviving remains preserve evidence of Roman road construction techniques, including the characteristic cambered surface and metalling characteristic of such military infrastructure. This route would have served to connect Roman forts and facilitate the movement of troops and supplies across the challenging terrain of the Lake District region.

Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004616. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot?

The Roman road from Waverbridge to Pattenfoot is a scheduled ancient monument in Cumberland, England, forming part of the network of military routes constructed during the Roman occupation of northern Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004616.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot?

Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot 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 1004616.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement 450yds (410m) S of Greenhill (2.9 km), Moated site 1/4 mile (400m) NE of Cockbridge (3 km), Harbybrow pele tower (3.7 km).

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