Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays

England
List entry 1484184
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of Roman waterfront infrastructure in London. The site, located on the Thames riverbank in the City of London, dates to the Roman period and represents evidence of the port facilities that served Londinium. The surviving structures include sections of the riverside wall and associated wharf features that facilitated river trade and transportation during the Roman occupation of Britain. These remains are significant as archaeological evidence of the commercial and strategic importance of London as a Roman settlement and trading centre.

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1484184. View the official record →

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What is The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays?

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of Roman waterfront infrastructure in London. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1484184.

Who is responsible for protecting The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays?

The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays 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 1484184.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Roman riverside wall and wharves at Three Quays?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.2 km), The Jewel Tower (3.4 km), Tudor naval storehouse at Convoys Wharf (4.5 km).

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