Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWreck of Old Brig

Wreck of Old Brig

England
List entry 1451624
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wreck of Old Brig is a marine monument located in Kent, England, comprising the remains of a wooden vessel. The site is registered as a protected ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England (entry 1451624). The wreck represents evidence of maritime activity and vessel construction practices, with its physical remains providing archaeological information about historical shipbuilding and navigation in English waters. The monument's exact dating and historical context require specialist archaeological assessment of the vessel's structural characteristics and associated finds.

Wreck of Old Brig is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1451624. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wreck of Old Brig?

Wreck of Old Brig is a marine monument located in Kent, England, comprising the remains of a wooden vessel. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1451624.

Who is responsible for protecting Wreck of Old Brig?

Wreck of Old Brig 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 1451624.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wreck of Old Brig?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval saltern 700m NNE of Monkshill Farm, one of a group of six on Seasalter Level (2.1 km), A pair of bowl barrows in Clowes Wood (4.9 km), A World War II Chain Home Radar station at Dunkirk, 200m north east of Christ Church (6 km).

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