Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street

Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street

England
List entry 1014443
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street, is a length of metalled highway dating from the medieval period. The road represents part of the established communication network serving the Somerset Levels and the settlements of the area, with Street being an important centre of activity throughout the medieval period. The surviving section preserves evidence of medieval road construction and maintenance practices, demonstrating the investment made in maintaining communication routes across the wetland landscape. This protected monument reflects the importance of terrestrial routes in connecting communities and facilitating trade and movement across the fenland terrain of Somerset.

Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014443. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street?

Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street, is a length of metalled highway dating from the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014443.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street?

Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of 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 1014443.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tinney's trackways, west of Sharpham Bridge (2 km), Roman villa NW of Two Acre Plantation (2.9 km), The easternmost of three duck decoys on Walton Moor (4.5 km).

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