Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Lady's Well and section of Roman road

The Lady's Well and section of Roman road

England
List entry 1010519
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Lady's Well and section of Roman road is a scheduled ancient monument located in Northumberland, comprising a Roman road section and an associated water source. The Roman road forms part of the network of military communication routes constructed during the Roman occupation of Britain, likely dating to the first or second century AD. The Lady's Well itself represents a focal point where travellers along this route could access fresh water, demonstrating the practical integration of natural resources with Roman infrastructure. Both elements together illustrate the strategic planning and engineering capabilities characteristic of Roman Britain's military road system.

The Lady's Well and section of Roman road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010519. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Lady's Well and section of Roman road?

The Lady's Well and section of Roman road is a scheduled ancient monument located in Northumberland, comprising a Roman road section and an associated water source. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010519.

Who is responsible for protecting The Lady's Well and section of Roman road?

The Lady's Well and section of Roman road 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 1010519.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Lady's Well and section of Roman road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pattenshiel Knowe Iron Age/Romano-British farmstead (4.3 km), Bastle, 500m west of High Shaw (5 km), Bastle at The Raw Farm (5 km).

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