If asked to name some of the Roman mosaic floors found in Kent most students would mention the floors at Lullingstone and perhaps one of those at Canterbury. However, it is clear that Kent with its extensive Roman occupation has …
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Visiting Hours 2017
The Roman Painted House has concluded its public openings for the year and will welcome visitors again starting April 1st of the next year. Until November 30th, the venue remains available for educational workshops for schools and pre-scheduled group visits.…
Oldest Cottage in North Cray.
Recently, the old brick and weatherboarded “Woodbine Cottage” at North Cray was due for demolition by the Bexley Council, in the course of their road widening scheme for the village. The destruction of this ancient cottage was perfectly legal, it appears, due to the fact that, unfortunately, it had …
Discovering the Crofton Roman Villa
Nestled in a scenic landscape, the Crofton Roman Villa served as the heart of a vast 500-acre agricultural estate from approximately AD 140 to 400. Throughout its extensive history spanning 260 years, the villa underwent numerous renovations, expanding at one …