Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStar Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone

Star Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone

England
List entry 1015499
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Star Roman villa is a Roman settlement site located near Wimblestone in Somerset. The villa complex dates to the Roman period and represents the remains of a substantial rural establishment of the type typical of Romano-British agricultural estates. The site has been identified through archaeological survey and fieldwork, which has revealed evidence of structural remains and artefactual material consistent with domestic and agricultural occupation during the Roman era. As a designated ancient monument, Star Roman villa contributes to understanding the pattern of Roman settlement and land use in the South West of England during this period.

Star Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015499. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Star Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone?

Star Roman villa is a Roman settlement site located near Wimblestone in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015499.

Who is responsible for protecting Star Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone?

Star Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone 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 1015499.

What other scheduled monuments are near Star Roman villa, 275m north east of Wimblestone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street (6 km), Roman settlement site, Anglo-Saxon and Norman royal palace, and St Columbanus' Chapel (6.1 km), Duck decoy 175m south west of Parson's Farm (6.3 km).

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