North Leigh Roman Villa, Oxfordshire

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Accessibility

"Access to the site is via an uneven farm track, which can become muddy in wet weather and may be unsuitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters. There are 5 steps down to reach the mosaic building - these are in good condition with a sturdy bannister."

Brief description

"The remains of this Roman villa are located in a peaceful rural landscape, within a loop of the river Evenlode, which flows gently past the site to the north and west."  https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/north-leigh-roman-villa/history/

Address

North Leigh, Witney, Oxfordshire , OX29 6PZ

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Website

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/north-leigh-roman-villa/

Directions

"2 miles north of North Leigh; 10 miles west of Oxford, off A4095. Pedestrian access only from main road – 550 metres (600 yards). 

SAT NAV  Postcode : OX29 6PZ. Latitude : 51.834645  Longtitude : -1.424707  There is parking space for several cars in a lay-by on the roadside, directly opposite the farm track down to the villa. There is a walk of approximately 0.5km down a farm track to the site entrance."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

"Grounds - any reasonable daylight hours. The mosaic tile floor can be seen through a viewing window .

Mosaic House open weekends 2021; Dates To Be Confirmed

Pedestrian access only from main road – 550 metres (600 yards).

Group visits: Our volunteer team may be able to facilitate group visits to view the mosaics. Booking is essential and is subject to availability, please email FSWEnquiries@english-heritage.org.uk."

Transport

"BUS ACCESS:  Stagecoach in Oxford 11 & 242 to within 1 1⁄2 miles

TRAIN ACCESS:  Hanborough Train Station 3 1⁄2 miles"

Amenities

"Dogs on leads are welcome.

There are no facilities onsite. The market town of Woodstock is located approximately 10km away where there are public toilets and plenty of places to eat and shop."