The Details: Chester's Roman amphitheatre sits just outside the city walls near Newgate and is the largest known Roman amphitheatre in Britain, though only around half of it has been excavated. What is visible gives a clear sense of the scale of Roman Chester, known then as Deva. It is an open site and free to visit, making it an easy addition to a walk along this part of the walls.
“Walking into the amphitheatre feels like stepping back into Roman Britain. Though only about two-fifths of the structure has been excavated, the outlines of the arena and the surviving stone foundations still impress and as you can see ypu can climb about on what is left. The si…”
“There's not much of the amphitheatre to see butif you go to the Grosnevor muesum you can see a more detailed pictures and models of what it would have looked like”
“The amphitheatre is one of the best historical sites in Chester. Even though it’s only half excavated, you get a sense if the size and grandeur it once held in its Roman heyday. Road running behind is annoying, as is the derelict Dee House that covers the other half, but it’s sti…”
“Chester Roman seamlessly blends historic charm with modern design. Perfectly located near Chester Station and the iconic Chester Wall. Immaculately kept, offering a tranquil retreat with a touch of class. Enjoy a scenic walk around the wall, just moments away. An ideal spot for b…”
“It's free and well maintained. It has a large drop off in the lawned area, so be careful. It is well worth visiting as part of a larger tour Unfortunately, some of the area is not well preserved as past generations have had large projects here and nearby. It's worth bringing…”