FamxplorChester Roman Amphitheatre
What to expect
The Chester Roman Amphitheatre is a historic site and one of the largest Roman amphitheatres in Britain. It was built in the late 1st century AD and features a large stone ellipse with a 40-foot high wall. The amphitheatre could seat up to 8,000 people and was used for various events such as gladiatorial combat, cock fighting, and bull baiting. Visitors can explore the excavated areas of the amphitheatre, which include the original stone wall, corridors, and stairways. The site also features a shrine to Nemesis, the goddess of retribution. The amphitheatre is a great place to visit for families interested in history and archaeology
Plan your family visit to the Chester Roman Amphitheatre with these blog insights 👇
Chester with Kids: Summer in the City
Activities: We went to the Chester Roman Amphitheatre, a partially excavated Roman amphitheatre, which is the largest to be uncovered in Britain
Highlights: My sons loved charging around the amphitheatre, chasing imaginary dragons with imaginary swords. It was great fun to explore the history and imagine what it was like back in Roman times ✨