Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa on Warren Down

Roman villa on Warren Down

England
List entry 1005808
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Warren Down is a Roman villa situated in Sussex, England, dating to the Roman period of occupation in Britain. The site represents a substantial rural settlement typical of Romano-British agricultural estates, reflecting the integration of Roman building practices and economic systems into the English landscape during the imperial period. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural remains consistent with villa architecture, including evidence of domestic and ancillary buildings characteristic of such establishments. The site contributes to scholarly understanding of Romano-British settlement patterns and the management of agricultural resources during Rome's occupation of Britain.

Roman villa on Warren Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005808. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman villa on Warren Down?

Warren Down is a Roman villa situated in Sussex, England, dating to the Roman period of occupation in Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005808.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa on Warren Down?

Roman villa on Warren Down 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 1005808.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa on Warren Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chichester Dyke, Broyle earthwork, section extending 430yds (393m) through East Broyle Copse, to railway, and earthwork extending 400yds (365m) from Brandy Hole Lane, New Fishbourne (7.2 km), Chichester Dyke, sections in Little Cotfield Plantation (7.3 km), Chichester Dyke, earthwork E of Chichester Barracks extending 600yds (550m) (7.4 km).

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