Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury

Lammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury

England
List entry 1015489
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Lammas Field Roman villa is a Romano-British residential and agricultural complex located in Hertfordshire, approximately 680 metres north-east of Western Bury. The site dates to the Roman period and represents the type of substantial rural dwelling that characterised Romano-British settlement in the province, serving as both a residence for a property owner and an administrative centre for surrounding agricultural land. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural remains consistent with villa architecture of the period, including evidence of domestic occupation and associated farm buildings. The site contributes to understanding the distribution and character of Roman settlement in Hertfordshire during the occupation of Britain.

Lammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015489. View the official record →

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What is Lammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury?

Lammas Field Roman villa is a Romano-British residential and agricultural complex located in Hertfordshire, approximately 680 metres north-east of Western Bury. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015489.

Who is responsible for protecting Lammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury?

Lammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury 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 1015489.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lammas Field Roman villa, 680m north east of Western Bury?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chesfield Church (3.8 km), Ardeley Bury moated site and fishpond (4.6 km), Earthworks in Boxwood (4.8 km).

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