Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRock Roman villa

Rock Roman villa

England
List entry 1008304
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rock Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement located in Hampshire, England, dating to the Roman period. The site comprises the remains of a substantial villa complex that reflects the prosperity of rural landholding during the later Roman occupation of Britain. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural evidence typical of Romano-British villas of the period, indicating domestic and possibly agricultural functions characteristic of elite or substantial farming establishments. The villa represents an important example of Roman settlement patterns in southern England and contributes to understanding the distribution and development of Romano-British rural sites in the region.

Rock Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008304. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rock Roman villa?

Rock Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement located in Hampshire, England, dating to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008304.

Who is responsible for protecting Rock Roman villa?

Rock 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 1008304.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rock Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow known as 'Black Barrow': 670m NNE of Longstone Farmhouse (0.9 km), Castle Hill earthwork (1.6 km), The Longstone: a long barrow 60m south of Longstone Cottage (1.7 km).

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