Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRomano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood

Romano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood

England
List entry 1009163
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Romano-British villa situated approximately 350 metres south-east of Abbotswood in Gloucestershire is a substantial rural settlement of the Roman period. The site comprises the remains of a residential and agricultural complex typical of the Romano-British elite, with evidence of occupation spanning the later Roman period. Physical investigation has revealed structural remains consistent with a high-status dwelling, reflecting the integration of Roman cultural practices into the Gloucestershire landscape during the later imperial centuries. The villa represents an important example of Roman rural settlement in the Severn Vale region, demonstrating the extent of Romanisation in the Cotswolds and surrounding areas during the occupation of Britain.

Romano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009163. View the official record →

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What is Romano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood?

The Romano-British villa situated approximately 350 metres south-east of Abbotswood in Gloucestershire is a substantial rural settlement of the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009163.

Who is responsible for protecting Romano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood?

Romano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood 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 1009163.

What other scheduled monuments are near Romano-British villa 350m south east of Abbotswood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow known as `Wagborough Bush round barrow' 100m south west of Manor Farm (5.1 km), Iron Age fortified enclosure known as Salmonsbury Camp (5.5 km), Wyck Beacon bowl barrow (5.7 km).

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