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Newport Roman Villa

Cypress Road, Newport. P030 1HE
Telephone: 01983 529720
Maps: Aerial | Streetview
Website: www.iow.gov.uk

Opening times: 1 April - 31 October 2010, daily
Admission prices: Adults £2, children £1.20

Extensive remains of a third century farmhouse, including one of the best preserved domestic Roman bath suites in Britain.

The Villa has a well preserved bath suite with hypocaust central heating.

Illustrative text panels provide a clear explanation of the site and there are artefacts on display which chart the history of the Roman occupation. The villa has a free quiz sheet for younger visitors and there are hands on activities for all.

Newport Roman Villa is located in Cypress Road, Newport. It is a short ten-minute walk from the town centre.