Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Roman road north of Rock

Section of Roman road north of Rock

England
List entry 1448051
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

A section of Roman road north of Rock is a surviving segment of Roman road infrastructure in Sussex. The road dates to the Roman period of Britain and represents part of the network of communications that connected Romano-British settlements and military installations across the region. The physical remains visible at the site preserve evidence of Roman road construction techniques, including the characteristic metalling and cambered surface typical of Roman engineering. Such roads were essential to the administration and economic integration of Roman Britain, facilitating military movement, trade, and official travel throughout the occupied territory.

Section of Roman road north of Rock is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1448051. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of Roman road north of Rock?

A section of Roman road north of Rock is a surviving segment of Roman road infrastructure in Sussex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1448051.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Roman road north of Rock?

Section of Roman road north of Rock 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 1448051.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Roman road north of Rock?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Saucer barrow 330m north east of The Mill House (5.7 km), Flint mine and part of a cross dyke 300m south east of Tolmare Farm (6.2 km), Prehistoric flint mine and part of a round barrow cemetery at Blackpatch, 400m north east of Myrtle Grove Farm (6.5 km).

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