Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman villa south of Alphamstone church

Roman villa south of Alphamstone church

England
List entry 1011807
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Roman villa south of Alphamstone church is a Romano-British settlement site located in Essex. The villa dates to the Roman period and represents the type of agricultural establishment typical of rural Roman Britain, where villa complexes served as centres of farming and economic production. Archaeological investigation has identified structural remains consistent with the domestic and working buildings characteristic of such sites. The villa's location in the Essex landscape reflects the settlement pattern of Roman Britain, with such properties often positioned to exploit local agricultural resources and established communication routes.

Roman villa south of Alphamstone church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011807. View the official record →

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What is Roman villa south of Alphamstone church?

The Roman villa south of Alphamstone church is a Romano-British settlement site located in Essex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011807.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman villa south of Alphamstone church?

Roman villa south of Alphamstone church 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 1011807.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman villa south of Alphamstone church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Circular cropmark at Ferriers Farm, 190m south-west of Hill Farm (2 km), Remains of church and churchyard, 80m south east of The Ryes (3.5 km), Castle Mound: a motte 40m north of St John's Church (3.8 km).

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