Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa 200m east of Howletts

Roman villa 200m east of Howletts

England
List entry 1011809
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England
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Overview

History & significance

A Roman villa located approximately 200 metres east of Howletts in Essex is a substantial residential complex of Romano-British date. The site has yielded archaeological evidence characteristic of a high-status rural dwelling, with material remains suggesting occupation during the later Roman period. The villa's position within the Essex landscape reflects the pattern of Romano-British settlement in the region, where such establishments served as centres of agricultural production and local authority. The extent and nature of surviving structural evidence, along with the associated finds, contribute to understanding the economic and social organisation of Roman Essex.

Roman villa 200m east of Howletts is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011809. View the official record →

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What is Roman villa 200m east of Howletts?

A Roman villa located approximately 200 metres east of Howletts in Essex is a substantial residential complex of Romano-British date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011809.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa 200m east of Howletts?

Roman villa 200m east of Howletts 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 1011809.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa 200m east of Howletts?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The College (3.4 km), Pleshey Castle and town enclosure (3.5 km), Roman villa 450m west of Bury Farm (3.7 km).

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