A new study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science explores how the medieval road network in England was influenced by Roman roads. Researchers Eljas Oksanen and Stuart Brookes linked the fifteenth-century Gough Map to archaeological and historical evidence, revealing that nearly one-third of the mapped routes can be confirmed as medieval while another third trace back to Roman origins. Their work underscores the longevity of these ancient roads and highlights the continuation of the Roman influence even after the collapse of imperial authority in Britain.
The analysis reveals that almost a third of highlighted routes on the Gough Map date back to the medieval period, illustrating continuity from Roman infrastructure.
The durability of Roman roads in England is underscored by the finding that nearly one third of routes on the Gough Map can be traced back to this ancient network.
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