Slice of Roman history up for grabs with imposing home in need of massive renovation

For those with the ambition (and pockets deep enough), it's not difficult to see how the impressive building could make the most beautiful family home.

Situated within the boundaries of what was once one of Britain's largest Roman cities, the property is now nestled in a stunning rural village on the banks of the Severn.

The 0.89-acre lot features a charming wooded area and expansive lawns. It benefits from a private driveway and substantial detached workshop and a detached outbuilding.

Inside, however, it's clear the property needs more than a bit of plaster and paint, with large portions of the ceiling missing, exposed wires and crumbling plaster.

Viroconium or Uriconium, formally Viroconium Cornoviorum, was a Roman city, one corner of which is now occupied by the small village of Wroxeter.

At its peak, Viroconium is estimated to have been the fourth-largest Roman settlement in Britain, with a population of more than 15,000.

The gateposts of the Saxon church in Wroxeter, St Andrews, are made up of two Roman columns, the walls contain Roman stones and the huge font is made from an inverted Roman column base - no doubt taken from the city of Viroconium.

Extensive remains of the public baths can still be seen just down the road from this property, at the English Heritage managed-site.

The property is on the market for offers in the region of £575,000 and is listed by Mannleys Sales & Lettings. The listing is available to view online at: zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/62633578