Roman Sites to visit in Gloucestershire
A guide to Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds of England, highlighting attractions, history, and visitor information.
Romano-British villa in lovely valley setting. Two bath complexes and intricate mosaics, with a museum of local artifacts. more...
Yanworth,
near Cheltenham,
Gloucestershire,
England, GL54 3LJ
One of the largest Roman amphitheatre sites in Britain, with seating for over 8000 spectators. We do not know for certain what events took place in the amphitheatre, but records from elsewhere in the Roman Empire suggest that blood sports such as bear, dog, and bull baiting were common, as were public executions and gladiatorial contests.
Cotswold Avenue,
Cirencester,
Gloucestershire,
England
A jewel in the Cotswold crown, this award-winning museum tells the story of the old Roman town of Corinium, and its evolution into modern Cirencester. A wealth of Roman finds are displayed and there are plenty of hands-on exhibits to encourage visitors young and old to learn about the fascinating history of this region. See a Roman town-house interior, and mosaic floors reconstructed from original finds. more...
Park Street,
Cirencester,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England, GL7 2BX
The remains of a large 3rd century Roman villa. The range of buildings is extensive, with a bathhouse complex and a water shrine. The villa is built around three sides of a large courtyard and overlooks a rural valley.
Gloucester,
Gloucestershire,
England
A Roman temple and villa complex built upon an earlier Iron Age hill fort. Part of the Lydney Park estate.
Lydney Park Estate, Old Park Lydney,
Gloucestershire,
England, GL15 6BU
This magnificent hotel, set in 30 acres of glorious parkland and the setting for one of Britain's finest Arboretums with some 300 rare and protected trees, has been created from a splendid Grade II Victorian Gothic mansion. Tortworth Court stands on the Cotswold Edge, a dramatic escarpment, which falls away … more >>
Exuding an elegant charm the Ramada Bristol North, The Grange hotel is set in 18 acres of tranquil gardens. The unique setting of the 19th century hotel offers guests a peaceful country manor retreat within easy reach of the vibrant buzz of the city. Just 5 miles from … more >>
