Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa in Castle Copse

Roman villa in Castle Copse

England
List entry 1003257
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman villa in Castle Copse is a substantial Romano-British residential and agricultural complex located in Wiltshire. The site dates to the Roman period and represents the type of villa estate that served as the focal point for rural landholding and farming operations during Roman occupation of Britain. Archaeological evidence indicates the presence of stone buildings and associated structures typical of such establishments, reflecting the Romanised settlement patterns of the provincial landscape. The villa remains an important archaeological monument documenting the material culture and economic organisation of Romano-British society in the region.

Roman villa in Castle Copse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003257. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman villa in Castle Copse?

Roman villa in Castle Copse is a substantial Romano-British residential and agricultural complex located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003257.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa in Castle Copse?

Roman villa in Castle Copse 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 1003257.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa in Castle Copse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Linear earthwork on Maccombe Down (5.6 km), Ditch between Rag Copse and Scotspoor Plantation (6.5 km), Bowl barrow 610m north-west of Heath Copse (6.6 km).

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