Roman Walk
Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT
Colchester was the first city in Britain, founded by the Romans in AD 49. For several centuries the Temple of Claudius in the heart of the city was the centre of the imperial state religion. Destroyed by fire during the Boudican Revolt in AD 60, Colchester returned to prosperity before a long decline, culminating in its abandonment after AD 410 when the Roman government of Britain collapsed.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 08 September:
- 1500
Location & directions
Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT
- Directions:
- Meeting point is outside the main entrance to the Mercury Theatre.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
A guided tour looking at Colchester at the time of the English Civil War Siege in 1648 takes place on the same day at 1100 starting at the High Street War Memorial.
