Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWhite Sheet Hill milestone

White Sheet Hill milestone

England
List entry 1003035
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

White Sheet Hill milestone is a listed monument situated in Somerset. The milestone dates from the turnpike era, when such markers became standard features along improved roads during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It stands as a physical record of the infrastructure developments that characterised this period of enhanced road transport connectivity. The monument contributes to the archaeological and historical understanding of turnpike road networks and commercial travel in the West Country during the post-medieval period.

White Sheet Hill milestone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003035. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is White Sheet Hill milestone?

White Sheet Hill milestone is a listed monument situated in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003035.

Who is responsible for protecting White Sheet Hill milestone?

White Sheet Hill milestone 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 1003035.

What other scheduled monuments are near White Sheet Hill milestone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Four bowl barrows on Long Hill, 220m west of Mere Castle (2.8 km), Mere Castle (2.8 km), Orchard Castle (4.5 km).

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