Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTown wall section W of Belmont Crescent

Town wall section W of Belmont Crescent

England
List entry 1003709
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Town wall section W of Belmont Crescent is a medieval defensive structure forming part of the town wall of Ludlow in Shropshire. The wall section dates from the medieval period and represents a surviving fragment of Ludlow's fortifications, which were constructed to protect the important market town. The structure survives as masonry walling and contributes to the archaeological and architectural evidence of Ludlow's medieval urban development and defensive arrangements.

Town wall section W of Belmont Crescent is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003709. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Town wall section W of Belmont Crescent?

Town wall section W of Belmont Crescent is a medieval defensive structure forming part of the town wall of Ludlow in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003709.

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

Town wall section W 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 1003709.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent (0.2 km), Churchyard cross SW of St Giles Church (1.7 km), The Burgs (3.5 km).

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