Roman villa

England
List entry 1003630
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Northamptonshire. The villa represents domestic and agricultural occupation during the Roman period, reflecting the economic integration of the English Midlands into the wider Roman provincial economy. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural remains and artefactual evidence characteristic of Romano-British villas, which typically comprised a main residential building with associated farm buildings and supporting infrastructure. The site contributes to understanding rural settlement patterns and land use during the Roman occupation of Britain.

Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003630. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman villa?

Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003630.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa?

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 1003630.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Irthlingborough bowl barrow, 760m west of Rutland Lodge (2.8 km), Crow Hill Iron Age hillfort with associated Iron Age, Roman and Medieval settlements (2.8 km), Raunds bowl barrow (3.4 km).

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