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West Dean Roman villa is a Romano-British domestic and agricultural settlement located in Hampshire, dating to the Roman period. The site comprises the remains of a substantial villa complex with associated outbuildings and field systems typical of high-status rural estates of the second to fourth centuries AD. Excavations and archaeological investigation have revealed evidence of stone construction, hypocausted heating systems, and domestic spaces indicative of a prosperous landowner's residence. The villa represents an important example of Roman settlement patterns in Hampshire and contributes to understanding the rural economy and social hierarchy of Roman Britain.
West Dean Roman villa See also HAMPSHIRE 178 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003821. View the official record →
West Dean Roman villa is a Romano-British domestic and agricultural settlement located in Hampshire, dating to the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003821.
West Dean Roman villa See also HAMPSHIRE 178 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 1003821.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West Dean Roman villa See also WILTSHIRE 921 (0 km), Circular earthwork (0.4 km), The Mount round barrow (2.3 km).
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