Scheduled MonumentsEnglandVaults under school playground, French Street

Vaults under school playground, French Street

England
List entry 1005539
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Vaults under school playground, French Street is a subterranean structure located in Hampshire, England. The vaults are recorded as a scheduled ancient monument and represent underground storage or defensive works of medieval origin. The exact construction date and original purpose require specialist archaeological assessment, though such structures were commonly built in medieval towns for storage, refuge, or fortification purposes. The survival of these vaults beneath the modern school playground demonstrates the archaeological depth of the site and its significance for understanding the medieval development of the settlement.

Vaults under school playground, French Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005539. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Vaults under school playground, French Street?

Vaults under school playground, French Street is a subterranean structure located in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005539.

Who is responsible for protecting Vaults under school playground, French Street?

Vaults under school playground, French Street 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 1005539.

What other scheduled monuments are near Vaults under school playground, French Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bell barrows 820m south of Stonyford Pond (8 km), Bell barrow 360m south-west of Ipers Bridge Farm (8.3 km), Well House (8.3 km).

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