Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa NW of Port Way

Roman villa NW of Port Way

England
List entry 1006140
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman villa northwest of Port Way is a Romano-British settlement site located in Somerset. The villa dates to the Roman period of occupation in Britain and represents the type of agricultural estate that characterized rural Roman settlement in the southwest of England. Such villas typically served as the centres of farming operations, combining residential quarters with working buildings and storage facilities. The site's archaeological record contributes to understanding the patterns of Romano-British habitation and land use in the region during the period of Roman control.

Roman villa NW of Port Way is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006140. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman villa NW of Port Way?

The Roman villa northwest of Port Way is a Romano-British settlement site located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006140.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa NW of Port Way?

Roman villa NW of Port Way 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 1006140.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa NW of Port Way?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Murtry Old Bridge (3.2 km), Tedbury camp (4.7 km), Wadbury camp (4.9 km).

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