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Sandwich town walls, a section extending 40 yards on the north side of Strand Street, is a scheduled ancient monument representing the medieval fortifications of this important Cinque Port. The surviving stretch of wall, constructed in stone, dates from the medieval period when Sandwich was a prosperous and strategically significant port town on the Kent coast. This section preserves evidence of the defensive perimeter that once encircled the settlement, protecting its valuable trading interests and maritime commerce. The wall remains a material testament to Sandwich's status as a fortified medieval town and contributes to the archaeological and historical character of this well-preserved historic settlement.
Sandwich town walls: section extending 40yds (36m) on N side of Strand Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005173. View the official record →
Sandwich town walls, a section extending 40 yards on the north side of Strand Street, is a scheduled ancient monument representing the medieval fortifications of this important Cinque Port. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005173.
Sandwich town walls: section extending 40yds (36m) on N side of Strand Street 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 1005173.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site at Grove Manor Farm (2.3 km), Romano-Celtic temple and Iron Age site S of Worth (3.1 km), Large cemetery N of Sangrado's Wood (5 km).
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