Open-air theatres Β· South Wales
Venta Silurum amphitheatre
In or near Caerwent.
Venta Silurum amphitheatre β a open-air theatre in wales south.
Jaggery β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 hβ2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Caldicot Β· 3.1 km
About
Venta Silurum amphitheatre is a open-air theatre located in wales south. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. Roman amphitheatre in Caerwent, United Kingdom
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Venta Silurum amphitheatre is an open-air theatre located in South Wales. It is an archaeological site, notable for its well-preserved Roman features. Visitors can explore the remains of this ancient entertainment venue, which highlights the region's historical significance during the Roman occupation of Britain. The site offers a glimpse into the architectural practices of the era and serves as a reminder of the cultural life of ancient communities.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6120, -2.7660
- District
- Monmouthshire
- Parish
- Caerwent
- Postcode
- NP26 5AX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Monmouthshire
- Nearest railway station
- Caldicot β 3.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29002577 (CC0)
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Towns & cities Β· 0.2 km
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Caewent Roman Town
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π· 5Follies Β· South Wales
classical Roman temple at insula VIII, Caerwent
classical Roman temple at insula VIII, Caerwent β a temple folly in wales-south, United Kingdom.
π· 4Museums Β· South Wales
Venta Silurum
Venta Silurum was a town in Roman Britain (Britannia). The name Venta Silurum means "the town of the SilurΔs", with the SilurΔs being a powerful and warlike tribe. Today, it consists of remains in the
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Caerwent
Caerwent β village and community in Monmouthshire, Wales.
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Caer-went Roman Town
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π· 5Vineyards Β· South Wales
Venta Silurum
Venta Silurum β a UK vineyard in wales south, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Where to eat & stay near Venta Silurum amphitheatre
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Old Barn Inn Hotel
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New Inn Hotel
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π· 5Places to eat & drink
π· 3Restaurants Β· South Wales
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π· 5Restaurants Β· South Wales
Mint & Mustard
Mint & Mustard β a restaurant in wales south.
π· 7Historic pubs Β· South West England
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Venta Silurum amphitheatre?
- Venta Silurum amphitheatre is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP26 5AX), in the parish of Caerwent.
- What is Venta Silurum amphitheatre?
- Venta Silurum amphitheatre β a open-air theatre in wales south.
- How do I get to Venta Silurum amphitheatre?
- The nearest railway station is Caldicot, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP26 5AX.
- Is Venta Silurum amphitheatre a protected site?
- Yes β Venta Silurum amphitheatre is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Venta Silurum amphitheatre?
- The nearest railway station is Caldicot, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP26 5AX.