Archaeological sites · East of England
Balkerne Gate
In or near Colchester.
Balkerne Gate — archaeological in england east.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester Town · 0.9 km
About
Balkerne Gate is a archaeological located in england east. British historic ruins recorded in OpenStreetMap. Many such sites are scheduled monuments or listed structures.
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Place summary
Balkerne Gate is an archaeological site located in the East of England. It represents a well-preserved Roman gateway, notable for its historical significance and architectural features. The site provides insight into the Roman occupation of Britain, making it an important location for both historians and archaeologists. Visitors can explore the remains and appreciate the scale and design of this ancient structure.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8896, 0.8939
- County
- Essex
- District
- Colchester
- Parish
- Colchester, unparished area
- Postcode
- CO3 3AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Colchester
- Established
- 100
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester Town — 0.9 km
Sources
- osm: w526252430 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q15964714 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Balkerne Gate?
- Balkerne Gate is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO3 3AA), in the parish of Colchester, unparished area.
- What is Balkerne Gate?
- Balkerne Gate — archaeological in england east.
- How do I get to Balkerne Gate?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO3 3AA.
- When was Balkerne Gate built?
- Built or established in 100.
- How do I get to Balkerne Gate?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO3 3AA.