Cirencester Amphitheatre, Roman amphitheatre in Cirencester, England
The remains of this Roman amphitheatre feature earthen banks rising 25 feet from the arena floor, with an oval shape measuring 150 by 135 feet.
Built in the second century when Corinium was the second largest city in Roman Britain, this structure accommodated 8,000 spectators for public entertainment events.
The amphitheatre later transformed into a defensive fortress during the fifth century, with wooden structures erected inside the arena to protect against Saxon invasions.
The site maintains free entry throughout the year during daylight hours, with parking available at the eastern end of Cotswold Avenue near the entrance.
Archaeological excavations at the site revealed ancient Roman coins, pottery fragments, and evidence of tiered wooden seating placed upon stone terraces.
Location: Cirencester
Operator: English Heritage
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/cirencester-amphitheatre
GPS coordinates: 51.71200,-1.97261
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:58
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