Large Roman Villa Uncovered in the U.K. During Wind Farm Survey

"The villa, which was buried beneath layers of soil, has been hailed as one of the most significant Roman structures in Norfolk and offers insights on rural life in Roman Britain."

"Archaeologists noted the remains of a Roman road leading to the villa as well as evidence of growing and processing crops and food on the site."

"Of particular interest were two bronze objects, the first the base of a chair leg shaped like a lion's head, and the second an ornate door handle."

"The survey, which assessed more than 1,850 acres along the 40-mile cable route and excavated more than 500 trenches, also uncovered a barrow mound and a 4,000 B.C.E. Neolithic pit."

A previously unknown Roman villa was uncovered in Norfolk, U.K., during ground surveys for offshore wind farms. The villa, over 100 feet long, featured a porch and bathhouse, indicating affluence. Initially thought to be modern rubble, further investigation revealed a large structure built between the 1st and 3rd centuries C.E. The site included a Roman road, evidence of agriculture, and various artifacts such as a brooch and an ornate door handle. The survey also revealed a barrow mound and a Neolithic pit with pottery and stone tools.

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