Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa N of Stowey Hill

Roman villa N of Stowey Hill

England
List entry 1006183
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Roman villa N of Stowey Hill is a Romano-British villa site located in Somerset. The villa dates to the Roman period and represents the type of substantial agricultural and residential complex that characterised Romano-British settlement in the south-west. The site has been subject to archaeological investigation which has revealed evidence of Romano-British occupation and activity. As a scheduled monument, it is recognised as a heritage asset of national importance reflecting the extent and distribution of Roman settlement in the Somerset landscape.

Roman villa N of Stowey Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006183. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman villa N of Stowey Hill?

Roman villa N of Stowey Hill is a Romano-British villa site located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006183.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa N of Stowey Hill?

Roman villa N of Stowey Hill 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 1006183.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa N of Stowey Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Low Ham Roman villa (1.9 km), Melbury Roman villa (3.9 km), Compton Dundon hillfort with Dundon Beacon, east of Dundon (4 km).

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