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The Stonebow is a medieval gatehouse and civic monument in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, forming part of the city's Roman and medieval defensive circuit. Dating from the late fourteenth century, it served as the southern gateway to the walled city and continues to function as a symbol of civic authority. The structure comprises a substantial stone archway with defensive features characteristic of urban gateways of its period, and its design reflects both practical fortification and the aspirations of Lincoln's medieval civic leadership. The Stonebow remains one of Lincoln's most prominent architectural landmarks and an important testimony to the city's medieval urban development.
The Stonebow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005033. View the official record →
The Stonebow is a medieval gatehouse and civic monument in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, forming part of the city's Roman and medieval defensive circuit. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005033.
The Stonebow 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 1005033.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including High Bridge (0.1 km), Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate (0.1 km), Roman remains beneath Boots building (0.2 km).
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