Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House

England
List entry 1484161
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House is a scheduled ancient monument comprising structural remains of Roman waterfront infrastructure in Middlesex. The site dates to the Roman period and represents evidence of commercial and administrative activity along the Thames, reflecting the importance of river-based transport and trade in Roman London and its hinterland. The surviving remains include substantial masonry elements of a riverside wall and associated wharf structures that would have facilitated loading and unloading of goods. These features demonstrate the sophistication of Roman engineering and the strategic significance of riverside sites in supporting economic activity during the occupation of Britain.

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1484161. View the official record →

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What is The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House?

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House is a scheduled ancient monument comprising structural remains of Roman waterfront infrastructure in Middlesex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1484161.

Who is responsible for protecting The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House?

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House 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 1484161.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Riverbank House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.5 km), Medieval moated manor house, 43m west of Cathay House (2.3 km), The Jewel Tower (2.9 km).

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