Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLockleys Roman villa

Lockleys Roman villa

England
List entry 1015581
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Lockleys Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Hertfordshire, dating to the Roman period. The villa represents a substantial residential and agricultural establishment of the type characteristic of prosperous Romano-British landowners, with evidence of multiple structural phases indicating occupation and development across several centuries. Excavations have revealed the remains of stone and timber buildings alongside associated outbuildings and evidence of agricultural activity typical of such rural estates. The site contributes significantly to understanding the nature of rural settlement and economic organisation in Roman Britain, particularly in the region south of the Chilterns.

Lockleys Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015581. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lockleys Roman villa?

Lockleys Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Hertfordshire, dating to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015581.

Who is responsible for protecting Lockleys Roman villa?

Lockleys 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 1015581.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lockleys Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dicket Mead Roman villa (0.3 km), Linear earthwork in Perry's Grove (2.2 km), Roman site 440yds (400m) E of Backlane Wood (4.9 km).

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