Littlegate grey plaque
Overview
Littlegate grey plaque is recorded as Commemorative plaque in England Oxford. This grey commemorative plaque records: This is the site of the former Littlegate, sometimes known as Little South Gate, first mentioned in 1244 and one of the seven medieval gates of the City of Oxford. Excavations in 1971 and 1972 uncovered the footings of the west side of the gate and the 13th century city wall.
Why it was made
The saved account records: This grey commemorative plaque records: This is the site of the former Littlegate, sometimes known as Little South Gate, first mentioned in 1244 and one of the seven medieval gates of the City of Oxford.
People and events
The saved account records: Excavations in 1971 and 1972 uncovered the footings of the west side of the gate and the 13th century city wall.
How it worked
The label Commemorative plaque gives the safest clue to purpose or form. It does not by itself prove the exact building method, daily use, age or sequence of changes at this place.
What remains
The official record fixes the place and calls it Commemorative plaque. It does not provide a full list of finds or a current condition report, so visible and buried remains are not guessed.
Why it mattered
Littlegate grey plaque matters as a recorded commemorative plaque tied to an exact landscape. The account keeps what is known useful while leaving names, dates and claims unsupported by the source visibly open.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
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