Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill

Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill

England
List entry 1004970
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill is a defensive earthwork situated in Lincolnshire that dates to the Roman period. The monument comprises a substantial wall accompanied by an associated ditch, representing typical Roman military engineering of frontier or settlement defence. The precise dating and strategic function of this particular fortification within the broader Roman landscape of Lincolnshire remain subjects of archaeological study, though its physical remains testify to Roman investment in the region's military infrastructure.

Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004970. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill?

Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill is a defensive earthwork situated in Lincolnshire that dates to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004970.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill?

Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill 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 1004970.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman wall and ditch on Motherby Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman wall, ditch and gate adjoining and under The Park (0.3 km), Roman remains beneath Boots building (0.4 km), The Stonebow (0.5 km).

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