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BBC news Mid Wales has announced the recent discovery of what is now the most north-westerly Roman villa known in Wales.

 

Archaeologists have discovered a 4th Century Roman villa near Aberystwyth.

 

It is the most north-westerly villa found in Wales and has forced experts to reconsider the whole nature of Roman settlement across mid and north Wales.

 

Findings indicate Abermagwr had all the trappings of villas found further south, including a slate roof and glazed windows.

 

"The discovery raises significant new questions," said Dr Toby Driver and Dr Jeffrey Davies, excavation directors.

 

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