Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor

Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor

England
List entry 1015169
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Overview

History & significance

Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor is a scheduled monument consisting of two surviving stretches of metalled Roman roadway situated in Oxfordshire. The road sections, which remain visible as raised linear features, represent part of the Roman road network that connected settlements and military installations across Roman Britain. Dating to the Roman period, the monument demonstrates the characteristic construction techniques employed by Roman engineers, including compacted stone metalling laid to facilitate movement of troops, goods, and official traffic. The preservation of these sections on Ot Moor provides evidence of the extent and distribution of Roman infrastructure in the region during the occupation period.

Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015169. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor?

Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor is a scheduled monument consisting of two surviving stretches of metalled Roman roadway situated in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015169.

Who is responsible for protecting Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor?

Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor 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 1015169.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two sections of a Roman road on Ot Moor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Otley Grange (3.8 km), Romano-Celtic temple N of Woodeaton (4 km), Islip Roman villa, 300m east of Hillside Farm (4 km).

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