Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Roman Column
Roman Column — Monument, dating to 1971.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- York · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Roman Column is a public memorial or monument in the United Kingdom. Wheelchair accessible (per OpenStreetMap). Wikidata describes it as: "Monument, dating to 1971.". Coordinates: 53.9616°, -1.0818°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Roman column, York, is a surviving element of the Roman presence in York, England, located just south of York Minster. Dating to the early 2nd century AD, it originally formed part of the headquarters building (principia) of Eboracum, the Roman name for York. It is one of the few visible examples of Roman architecture in the north of England.
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Background
Description
The column is approximately 9.5 metres (31 feet) in height. It is made up of eight cylindrical drums of Magnesian Limestone, a common building material in the region during the Roman period. Its design is functional and consistent with Roman military architecture. The visible shaft is composed mostly of original Roman stonework, although the base is modern. Faint tool marks and ancient repairs are visible upon inspection, offering evidence of Roman construction methods.
Visiting
Although the column has not appeared prominently in popular media, it is featured in local publications and visual art as a representation of York's Roman heritage. It is frequently photographed in conjunction with the Minster, and is sometimes used as a backdrop during historical-themed events held in Minster Yard.
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- Coordinates
- 53.9616, -1.0818
- District
- York
- Parish
- York, unparished area
- Postcode
- YO1 7HH
- Parliamentary constituency
- York Central
- Nearest railway station
- York — 0.9 km
- Opening
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- Official site
- www.yorkminster.org
Sources
- osm: n316110590 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Roman column, York (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Colonne Romaine York 1.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Roman Column?
- Roman Column is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO1 7HH), in the parish of York, unparished area.
- Is Roman Column free to visit?
- Yes, Roman Column is free to enter.
- How do I get to Roman Column?
- The nearest railway station is York, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO1 7HH.