Wroxeter Roman City

Website http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/ConProperty.357

Classification Historic Building

DescriptionWroxeter (or 'Viroconium') was the fourth largest city in Roman Britain. It began as a legionary fortress and later developed into a thriving civilian city, populated by retired soldiers and traders. 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.

The site museum and audio tour reveal how Wroxeter worked in its heyday, and the health and beauty practices of its 5000 citizens. Dramatic archaeological discoveries provide a glimpse of the last years of the Roman city, and its possible conversion into the headquarters of a 5th-century British or Irish warlord.

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The Address, , Wroxeter, SY5 6PH

Phone01743 761330

DateAug 12, 2006

Contact NameEnglish Heritage

CategoryEngland > Shropshire
England > Shropshire > Attractions in Shrewsbury

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