Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of the Grandpont causeway

Section of the Grandpont causeway

England
List entry 1007486
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of the Grandpont causeway is a raised road structure that crosses marshy ground in the Abingdon area of Berkshire. The causeway dates to the medieval period and represents an important example of medieval infrastructure designed to facilitate passage across otherwise impassable wetland terrain. Its construction reflects the significance of the route it served, connecting communities and enabling trade and travel across the floodplain landscape. The surviving section preserves evidence of the engineering methods employed in medieval road building, demonstrating how medieval communities adapted to the topographical challenges of their environment.

Section of the Grandpont causeway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007486. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of the Grandpont causeway?

Section of the Grandpont causeway is a raised road structure that crosses marshy ground in the Abingdon area of Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007486.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of the Grandpont causeway?

Section of the Grandpont causeway 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 1007486.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of the Grandpont causeway?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement site E of Goose Acre Farm (7.2 km), Settlement sites N of Wick Hall (7.4 km), Castle mound at Fitzharris (8.1 km).

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