The Roman Theatre is a well-preserved ancient Roman theatre located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, England. Built around 140 AD, it is one of the only Roman theatres in the UK and a significant archaeological find. The theatre features a semi-circular auditorium with a seating capacity of around 2,000 spectators, surrounded by a rectangular wall. The stage area is raised and features a backdrop of ornate stone carvings. The theatre's architecture is a testament to the Roman occupation of Britain and provides a glimpse into the country's rich history.
Once a Roman Theatre, the current site only has a very small part or remains of the ancient Roman theatre which originally seated over 3000 people. There is also a small garden besides this site, which depicts a typical Roman garden.
This is an small excavated part of a Roman theatre. You can see it through a window and there are some information boards.
Door was locked. You need a guide to enter. I recommend enquiring at Claudius' gateway cafe.
Its brilliant for children. I used to take my daughter in there. And she loved it. There are puzzles to do. It's only a small museum but good to pop into.
We only were able to view from the outside through the window. It said it was open but the door was locked.
As awesome as it is to have one of the largest Roman theatres in England located in Colchester, it is rather disappointing at how it is being presented... You can only really see it through a locked door.
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Once a Roman Theatre, the current site only has a very small part or remains of the ancient Roman theatre which originally seated over 3000 people. There is also a small garden besides this site, which depicts a typical Roman garden.
This is an small excavated part of a Roman theatre. You can see it through a window and there are some information boards.
Door was locked. You need a guide to enter. I recommend enquiring at Claudius' gateway cafe.
Its brilliant for children. I used to take my daughter in there. And she loved it. There are puzzles to do. It's only a small museum but good to pop into.
We only were able to view from the outside through the window. It said it was open but the door was locked.
As awesome as it is to have one of the largest Roman theatres in England located in Colchester, it is rather disappointing at how it is being presented... You can only really see it through a locked door.
