Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBoxmoor House Roman villa

Boxmoor House Roman villa

England
List entry 1015488
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Boxmoor House is a Roman villa situated in Hertfordshire, England, dating to the Romano-British period. The site has yielded archaeological evidence of substantial domestic occupation, with structural remains and artefactual material indicative of a high-status residential establishment. The villa demonstrates the pattern of Roman settlement and agricultural management characteristic of the Hertfordshire countryside during the imperial period. Its archaeological significance lies in the evidence it provides for Romano-British domestic life and the Romanisation of the region.

Boxmoor House Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015488. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Boxmoor House Roman villa?

Boxmoor House is a Roman villa situated in Hertfordshire, England, dating to the Romano-British period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015488.

Who is responsible for protecting Boxmoor House Roman villa?

Boxmoor House Roman villa 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 1015488.

What other scheduled monuments are near Boxmoor House Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Charter Tower, Hemel Hempstead (2.6 km), Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts) (4.1 km), Royal Palace (site of) (4.2 km).

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