Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation

Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation

England
List entry 1003435
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation is a Roman road preserved as an ancient monument in Gloucestershire. The White Way forms part of a significant Roman communication route, with this particular section representing well-preserved evidence of Roman road construction and maintenance practices. The monument survives as a distinctive linear feature within the landscape of Long Plantation, demonstrating the engineering standards and durability characteristic of Roman road building in Britain. As a scheduled ancient monument, it represents an important archaeological resource for understanding Roman infrastructure and settlement patterns in the region.

Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003435. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation?

Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation is a Roman road preserved as an ancient monument in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003435.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation?

Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation 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 1003435.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of White Way 900yds (820m) long in Long Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Corinium Roman town (6 km), Long barrow and Roman amphitheatre and cemetery (6.2 km), Churchyard cross in Holy Rood churchyard (6.6 km).

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