Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman Villa at Clearwell Farm

Roman Villa at Clearwell Farm

England
List entry 1406971
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Clearwell Farm Roman Villa is a Romano-British settlement in Gloucestershire dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. Archaeological investigation has identified the remains of a substantial villa complex, indicative of the prosperity of the region during the later Roman period. The site represents the type of elite agricultural establishment that characterised Roman settlement patterns in the Cotswolds and surrounding areas, where wealthy landowners maintained productive estates. The villa's location reflects the strategic importance of Gloucestershire within the Roman provincial economy, particularly given its proximity to the River Severn and routes facilitating trade and communication.

Roman Villa at Clearwell Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1406971. View the official record →

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What is Roman Villa at Clearwell Farm?

Clearwell Farm Roman Villa is a Romano-British settlement in Gloucestershire dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1406971.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Villa at Clearwell Farm?

Roman Villa at Clearwell Farm 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 1406971.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Villa at Clearwell Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Offa's Dyke: section in Passage Grove, 660m west of Sheepcot (9.4 km), The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Andrew's churchyard (9.4 km), Tintern Abbey (9.5 km).

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