Wroxeter Roman City SY5 6PH
Free for EH Members
Open: Seasonal - See website

About:
Though a small village today, Wroxeter was once the fourth largest town in Roman Britain. It was almost the same size as Pompeii in Italy and its true size can best be judged by the scale of the surviving defences and the much-denuded ramparts. Founded in the mid-1st century AD as a legionary fortress, the town was established in the AD 90s, and inhabited until the 7th century. It is exceptionally well preserved – the site’s relatively remote location has meant that there has been little disturbance of the archaeological remains of the Roman town by later occupation. Archaeologists have been able to use cutting-edge technology here to reveal details of the city, which has led to a revolution in our understanding of this important site..

Dog Friendly:
Conditionally

Entry Charge:
Variable prices (see website)

Parking:
Parking for 25-30 vehicles, 8 metres from entrance. There is also an overflow car park opposite. Visitors must cross a road to reach the site. Parking is free of charge. Facilities:
Food and drink
There is a hot drink machine located within the visitor centre.

Picnic area:
You are welcome to bring a picnic to eat in the grounds. There are two areas of picnic benches - one looking out towards the historic site and the other looking towards the Roman town house.

Shop:
There is a shop selling a selection of English Heritage gifts and themed souvenirs.
Toilets
Female toilets (4), male toilets (2) and accessible toilet facilities all located at the end of the visitor centre.

Dogs:
Conditionally

Museum:
The museum describes the history of Wroxeter including information on everyday life, Wroxeter as a fortress and its time before the Romans. A selection of artefacts from site excavations are also on display.

Gardens:
There is plenty of room for children to run and play, or to take a gentle stroll, in our large grassed areas

Notes:
Ramped access to visitor centre. Site mostly accessible. Manual wheelchair users are advised to bring an assistant.
Site mostly accessible, except some areas within walls, via smooth grass, cobbles, and loose and compacted gravel paths.

Contact:
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Tel: 0370 3331181