Wroxeter Roman City

Wroxeter
Nr Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 6PH

Tel: +44 (0)1743 761 330
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Visiting the museum at Wroxeter gives a good insight into what life was like in a big Roman city. The museum tracks life from before the Romans arrived through to what happened after they left.



An audio tour augments the experience and goes beyond consideration of Roman building skills to touch on things like the the health and beauty routines of the 5,000 plus military and civilian residents of what was the fourth largest city in Roman Britain.



Much of the city remains unexcavated but one corner reveals its secrets. That is the baths, including the massive remains of part of the Basilica wall, which were a vital part of the social lives of the citizens of Wroxeter.



General Information:
  • Limited refreshments available
  • Parking
  • Toilets
  • Shop
  • Audio tours (included in admission price)
  • Souvenir guidebook
  • Education centre
  • Museum
  • Limited disabled access

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    Opening Times
    (2011 times)
    1st April - 31st October:
    Daily 10.00 - 17.00

    1st November - 23rd December:
    Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00pm.

    24th - 30th December and 1st January:
    Closed

    31st December:
    Saturday 10.00 - 16.00

    2nd January - 31st March 2012:
    Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00

    Admission Charges
    (2011 prices)
    Adult £4.80
    Concession £4.30
    Child 5-15 yrs £2.90; Under 5's Free of charge
    Family Ticket (2+3) £12.50

    English Heritage Members Freeof charge.
    Group discounts available.

    Directions
    By Car:
    At Wroxeter, 3 miles east of Shrewsbury on B4380.

    By Train:
    Shrewsbury Station 5½ miles, Wellington Telford West Station 6 miles.
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    Wroxeter Roman City Postcode for SatNav: SY5 6PH

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