Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTown wall section E of Belmont Crescent

Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent

England
List entry 1003710
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent is a scheduled ancient monument forming part of the medieval defensive fortifications of Ludlow, Shropshire. This section of stonework represents a surviving portion of the town wall circuit that was constructed during the medieval period to protect the urban settlement. The wall stands as physical evidence of Ludlow's historical importance as a fortified market town and administrative centre. The surviving masonry constitutes a significant archaeological and structural record of the town's medieval defensive architecture.

Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003710. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent?

Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent is a scheduled ancient monument forming part of the medieval defensive fortifications of Ludlow, Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003710.

Who is responsible for protecting Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent?

Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent 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 1003710.

What other scheduled monuments are near Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross SW of St Giles Church (1.6 km), Moated site, fishponds and ridge and furrow cultivation remains, 260m south west of Betton Alkmere (3.4 km), The Burgs (3.5 km).

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