Archaeological sites · East of England
Venta Icenorum Roman Town
In or near Swardeston.
Venta Icenorum Roman Town — a archaeological in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Norwich · 4.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Venta Icenorum Roman Town is a archaeological located in england-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Venta Icenorum, also known as Caistor Roman Town, is the largest Roman town in East Anglia, established in the AD70s. Visitors can explore its archaeological remains, including an amphitheatre, temple, and the layout of streets from the Roman period.
Place summary
Venta Icenorum Roman Town is an archaeological site located in the East of England. It is notable for its well-preserved remains of a Roman settlement, providing insights into urban life during the Roman occupation of Britain.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5834, 1.2911
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- South Norfolk
- Parish
- Caistor St Edmund and Bixley
- Postcode
- NR14 8QN
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Norfolk
- Nearest railway station
- Norwich — 4.9 km
- Official site
- www.norfarchtrust.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/207380080 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Venta Icenorum Roman Town?
- Venta Icenorum Roman Town is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode NR14 8QN), in the parish of Caistor St Edmund and Bixley.
- What is Venta Icenorum Roman Town?
- Venta Icenorum Roman Town — a archaeological in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Venta Icenorum Roman Town?
- The nearest railway station is Norwich, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NR14 8QN.
- Is Venta Icenorum Roman Town free to visit?
- Yes, Venta Icenorum Roman Town is free to enter.
- How do I get to Venta Icenorum Roman Town?
- The nearest railway station is Norwich, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NR14 8QN.