Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Stangate at Crosby Lodge

The Stangate at Crosby Lodge

England
List entry 1007158
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Stangate at Crosby Lodge is a Roman road in Cumberland that formed part of the military communication network of Roman Britain. Dating to the Roman period, the road connected forts along the frontier zone and facilitated troop movement and supply routes across the northern provinces. The Stangate survives as an earthwork feature in the landscape, preserving evidence of Roman infrastructure and engineering in this region. The site represents an important element of Roman military organisation and connectivity during the occupation of Britain.

The Stangate at Crosby Lodge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007158. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Stangate at Crosby Lodge?

The Stangate at Crosby Lodge is a Roman road in Cumberland that formed part of the military communication network of Roman Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007158.

Who is responsible for protecting The Stangate at Crosby Lodge?

The Stangate at Crosby Lodge 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 1007158.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Stangate at Crosby Lodge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hadrian's Wall vallum between the boundaries north of the properties on Whiteclosegate and the field boundary west of Wall Knowe in wall miles 64 and 65 (5 km), Hadrian's Wall between Tarraby and Beech Grove, Knowefield in wall miles 64 and 65 (5.1 km), Castle Hill (5.6 km).

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