Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road

The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road

England
List entry 1005934
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The White Lady Milestone is a listed stone milestone situated at the junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road in Surrey. Dating from the turnpike road era of the eighteenth or nineteenth century, it served the important function of marking distances along one of England's principal routes to the south coast. The milestone survives as a physical testament to the development of Britain's road infrastructure during the period of turnpike trusts, which improved and maintained major highways through toll collection. Its preservation reflects the historical importance of this particular stretch of the Portsmouth Road as a major thoroughfare for travellers and commerce.

The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005934. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road?

The White Lady Milestone is a listed stone milestone situated at the junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road in Surrey. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005934.

Who is responsible for protecting The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road?

The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road 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 1005934.

What other scheduled monuments are near The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Belvedere, Claremont (2.7 km), Hampton Court Palace (3.1 km), Clattern Bridge (4.7 km).

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