Villa rustica of Folkestone, Roman villa ruins in East Wear Bay, Kent, England
The Villa rustica of Folkestone is a Roman residential complex in Kent with connected corridors and multiple rooms used for domestic, working, and bathing purposes. The site sits close to the English Channel coast.
The complex was built around 75 AD and expanded during the second century with bathing facilities. After falling out of use, people returned to inhabit the site during the fourth century.
The excavated site reveals evidence of continuous settlement spanning from Mesolithic to Neolithic periods through numerous artifacts and structural remains.
Access to the site is limited due to ongoing preservation work addressing damage from coastal erosion on the Roman structures. Check local conditions before visiting to plan your visit properly.
Excavations uncovered many grinding stones used for large-scale grain processing. These finds reveal that the property operated as a significant production center.
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