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The Pottergate is a medieval gatehouse forming part of the town defences of Lincoln, Lincolnshire. Dating from the 12th or 13th century, it represents an important element of the civic fortifications constructed to protect the prosperous medieval settlement. The structure survives as a substantial stone gateway, demonstrating the architectural quality and defensive provisions typical of significant English market towns during the later medieval period. Its preservation within Lincoln's urban fabric provides evidence of the town's medieval planning and the strategic importance placed upon controlling access to the settlement.
The Pottergate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005017. View the official record →
The Pottergate is a medieval gatehouse forming part of the town defences of Lincoln, Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005017.
The Pottergate 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 1005017.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Grey Friars Museum, Broadgate (0.5 km), Roman remains beneath Boots building (0.5 km), Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate (0.6 km).
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