Wroxeter Roman City

Wroxeter Roman City Journey back in time for a glimpse of life as it would have been 2,000 years ago Wroxeter (or 'Viroconium') was the fourth largest city in Roman Britain.
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Though much still remains below ground, today the most impressive features are the 2nd century municipal baths and the remains of the huge wall dividing them from the exercise hall in the heart of the city. Visitors to the site today can also explore the new Roman Town House, constructed as part of Channel 4’s TV series ‘Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day’.

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There are two more days left of our summer hands on activities! This Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th August, drop in betwe...
23/08/2026

There are two more days left of our summer hands on activities!

This Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th August, drop in between 10.30 and 14.30 to join in our FREE hands on activities!
Suitable for all ages.
Make a roman coin to take home!

Admission charges to site still apply.

Looking for something different to do over the summer holidays? On Tuesdays & Wednesdays (10.30-14.30) for the rest of A...
10/08/2026

Looking for something different to do over the summer holidays? On Tuesdays & Wednesdays (10.30-14.30) for the rest of August we are offering FREE hands on activities to all of our visitors!

Clay coin making, mosaic designing, Roman costume and more.
Included as part of your ticket to site or membership.

Our friends at Richborough Roman Fort have an exciting craft activity coming up on two dates this month! 🫟 Decorate your...
09/08/2026

Our friends at Richborough Roman Fort have an exciting craft activity coming up on two dates this month!

🫟 Decorate your own Roman shield 🫟

Be inspired by those on show during your visit or create your own 🤩
Included within admission / free for English Heritage members

Wroxeter Festival of Archaeology day 1 is in full swing!Come along and join in until 3pm.Admission charges apply.
28/07/2026

Wroxeter Festival of Archaeology day 1 is in full swing!

Come along and join in until 3pm.
Admission charges apply.

Calling young archaeologists! On the 28th & 29th July we are hosting two days packed full of hands on activities to cele...
21/07/2026

Calling young archaeologists!
On the 28th & 29th July we are hosting two days packed full of hands on activities to celebrate Festival of Archaeology 2026.

The sessions will be ran from 10am-3pm and are FREE! You just need your English Heritage membership card or admission ticket to site.

Suitable for the whole family - activities suggested for 6 years+

📢 With an extreme heat warning in place, Wroxeter will close at 1pm on Wed 24 and Thu 25 June, with last entry at midday...
24/06/2026

📢 With an extreme heat warning in place, Wroxeter will close at 1pm on Wed 24 and Thu 25 June, with last entry at midday. Please bring plenty of water, take breaks as needed, and consider the warm conditions if you’re planning to bring your dog.

Join English Heritage for a landmark day of discovery as we celebrate a new era of interpretation at Chester Castle.Ches...
11/06/2026

Join English Heritage for a landmark day of discovery as we celebrate a new era of interpretation at Chester Castle.

Chester Castle History Symposium: A Rebirth
Saturday 20th June 09:00-16:45

Follow this link http://bit.ly/43tA32a to book your tickets!

Join English Heritage for a landmark day of discovery as we celebrate a new era of interpretation at Chester Castle.

Did you know we are open 7 days a week?Fridays are usually a quieter day at Wroxeter and we rarely have school trips in ...
05/06/2026

Did you know we are open 7 days a week?

Fridays are usually a quieter day at Wroxeter and we rarely have school trips in on Fridays either.

This information may be useful for those with access requirements or just seeking a quiet day.

On Friday we posted about something exciting happening at Wroxeter... our wonderful volunteer friends from Chester Castl...
04/06/2026

On Friday we posted about something exciting happening at Wroxeter... our wonderful volunteer friends from Chester Castle came down to host a living history day in our Town House!

Thank you to everyone who came down to support us & a huge thank you to our friends at Chester Castle.

Watch this space for announcements of our next living history day!

Something exciting is happening at our Town House today...Pop by between 10.30-16.00 to see for yourself 👀 Admission cha...
29/05/2026

Something exciting is happening at our Town House today...

Pop by between 10.30-16.00 to see for yourself 👀

Admission charges apply for entry to the site.

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