Roman Droitwich

Download or read book Roman Droitwich written by J. D. Hurst and published by CBA Research Reports. This book was released on 2006 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This colume covers three major sites in Roman Droitwich ( Salinae ). The full extent and character of the Neronian fort on Dodderhill are explained, and the remains of the large and spectacular villa at Bays Meadow are also revealed. Finds from the latter indicate a highly Romanised lifestyle, possibly with direct imperial connections, indicating that the salt production was being operated under state control. Occupation of the villa, however, was severely disrupted at the end of the 3rd century. A third site provides evidence for settlement alongside an adjacent Roman road, and was notable for producing rich deposits of charred grain.