Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay

England
List entry 1484183
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay is a substantial waterfront structure of Roman date located in Middlesex, England. The monument comprises remains of Roman masonry walling and associated wharf features that formed part of London's riverine commercial infrastructure during the Roman period. These structures testify to the importance of the Thames as a trading route and point of access for goods entering Roman London, with the walling and wharves serving to manage river traffic and facilitate the loading and unloading of merchandise. The site represents significant archaeological evidence for Roman urban development and economic activity in the capital of Roman Britain.

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1484183. View the official record →

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What is The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay?

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay is a substantial waterfront structure of Roman date located in Middlesex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1484183.

Who is responsible for protecting The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay?

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay 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 1484183.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Sugar Quay?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.3 km), The Jewel Tower (3.4 km), Tudor naval storehouse at Convoys Wharf (4.5 km).

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