Crofton Roman Villa is the only Roman villa open to the public in Greater London. It was inhabited from circa. AD 140 to 400 and was the centre of a large farming estate.
Refurbishment works
The council is refurbishing Crofton Roman Villa, with works getting underway in Spring 2026 and expected to be completed in the summer. These works include replacement of the roof, doors and windows, new internal and external fittings, finishes, public signage and a new accessible toilet.
The exhibition design proposes to include:
- External signage and graphic treatments to windows at entrance
- External and internal murals
- Internal educational panels carrying graphics, models, replica objects and interactive material
- Internal furniture and lighting
The refurbishment works are being delivered for the council by Clive Graham Associates, with initial works involving internal strip out. During the works, the footpath between Crofton Road and the Public Halls has needed to close, which will reopen once they are completed.
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded nearly £250,000 for the new visitor experience being provided as part of the Crofton Roman Villa refurbishment, including the new interactive and educational displays.
For further information about the works enquiries, please contact regeneration@bromley.gov.uk
Visiting the villa - schools
Crofton Roman Villa is closed for school visits until refurbishment works have completed. School visits are expected to be available from October 2026.
For enquiries and bookings, please contact culture@bromley.gov.uk
Visiting the villa - public
Crofton Roman Villa is closed to the public until refurbishment works have completed.
Opportunities to visit the villa are expected to be available from Summer 2026 by appointment only.
For further information and enquiries, please contact culture@bromley.gov.uk