Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa in Ashtead Forest

Roman villa in Ashtead Forest

England
List entry 1003753
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman villa in Ashtead Forest is a Romano-British country estate situated in Surrey. The site dates to the Roman period and represents the type of agricultural and residential complex typical of Romano-British settlement patterns in the south-eastern regions of Roman Britain. Remains of the villa have been identified through archaeological investigation and surface finds within the Ashtead Forest area. The site contributes to understanding the distribution and character of Roman occupation in Surrey during the occupation period.

Roman villa in Ashtead Forest is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003753. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman villa in Ashtead Forest?

The Roman villa in Ashtead Forest is a Romano-British country estate situated in Surrey. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003753.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa in Ashtead Forest?

Roman villa in Ashtead Forest 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 1003753.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa in Ashtead Forest?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows: part of Leatherhead Down round barrow cemetery (5.6 km), West Humble Chapel (8.5 km), Box Hill Fort: a London mobilisation centre (8.8 km).

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