Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa at Liston Lane

Roman villa at Liston Lane

England
List entry 1002967
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman villa at Liston Lane is a substantial residential and agricultural complex located in Suffolk, dating to the Romano-British period. The site comprises the remains of a villa building together with associated outbuildings and field systems that reflect the economic organization of rural Roman England. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of occupation and use spanning several centuries, indicative of the villa's role as a significant landholding within the local Roman landscape. The physical remains and artefactual assemblage recovered from the site contribute to understanding patterns of Roman settlement and the integration of villa estates within the broader economic and social structure of Roman Britain.

Roman villa at Liston Lane is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002967. View the official record →

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What is Roman villa at Liston Lane?

The Roman villa at Liston Lane is a substantial residential and agricultural complex located in Suffolk, dating to the Romano-British period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002967.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa at Liston Lane?

Roman villa at Liston Lane 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 1002967.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa at Liston Lane?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa NE of Rodbridge House (1.2 km), The Conduit, Melford Green (1.3 km), St Bartholomew's Chapel (2.6 km).

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