Description
Newport Roman Villa is a fascinating historic site featuring a 1,700-year-old Romano-British farmhouse and bath suite. Built around 280 AD, it offers a rare and well-preserved glimpse into rural Roman life in Britain. Discovered in 1926, the villa is now protected and open for visitors to explore its ancient remains and exhibitions.
Visitors can explore the remains of the Roman farmhouse, including its impressive bath suite with underfloor heating and mosaic floor remnants, and reconstructed sections showing original building methods. Guests can also peep into a Roman kitchen, explore the herb garden with plants used by Romans, and visit the exhibition area displaying artefacts found across the Isle of Wight. The site provides educational insights into Roman occupation and daily life, with cycle parking available and nearby walking, bus, and parking access.
Admission costs £6.00 for Adults, £5.00 for Seniors and Students, £3.00 for Children (5–17 years), and Children under 5 years enter free. Family tickets cost £10.00 (1 adult, 2 children) and £14.00 (2 adults, 2 children).
Overall, Newport Roman Villa offers a unique opportunity to step back into Roman Britain and experience ancient history firsthand. Its preserved ruins, reconstructed features, and informative exhibitions create an engaging and educational visit. It is an ideal attraction for families, students, and anyone interested in archaeology and Roman heritage.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
The Old Farmhouse: It was discovered in 1926 when the owner of a nearby house dug foundations for a garage. Later excavations revealed extensive remains of a late Romano-British farmhouse built around 280 AD. The well-preserved remains at Newport Roman Villa provide a fascinating insight into country life in third century Britain. The Villa has a superb bath suite with, under floor heating and remnants of mosaic floors. Sections of the Villa have been reconstructed to illustrate the building materials used.
- Peep into a Roman kitchen and see preparations for a Roman feast
- Discover the plants Romans would have used in the beautiful herb garden
- Dind out more about the Roman occupation of the Isle of Wight by exploring the exhibition area. The exhibition displays artefacts found throughout the Isle of Wight
2.89 miles
