Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCompton Abdale Roman villa

Compton Abdale Roman villa

England
List entry 1003344
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Compton Abdale Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Gloucestershire, dating to the Roman period of occupation in Britain. The villa complex comprises the remains of a substantial residential and agricultural establishment typical of Romano-British rural estates, with evidence of building structures characteristic of the Roman occupation period. The site represents the material culture of a farming community integrated into the wider Roman provincial economy of Britain. Archaeological investigation and surface remains have contributed to understanding the settlement patterns and economic organisation of Roman Gloucestershire during the imperial period.

Compton Abdale Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003344. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Compton Abdale Roman villa?

Compton Abdale Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Gloucestershire, dating to the Roman period of occupation in Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003344.

Who is responsible for protecting Compton Abdale Roman villa?

Compton Abdale 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 1003344.

What other scheduled monuments are near Compton Abdale Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross at Calmsden (7.6 km), Colnpen round barrows (7.9 km), Colnpen long barrow (8.1 km).

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