Colchester Roman Wall

Roman Walls

Colchester has large well preserved sections of Roman wall. Most of the best sections are next to the dual carriageway which is a shame but worth taking a look as they’re not far from the town centre.

Preserved wall

There are some excellent stretches of preserved Roman wall around Colchester, especially in the area of the Balkerne Gate, close to the "Hole in the Wall" pub. A sign claims that this is the best pres...

Colchester - The Oldest Roman Town in Britain

Colchester is an important Roman site and it is said that within the town area it is possible to dig and find Roman artefacts almost anywhere. The Town Wall is already visible, not only that but it...

To be seen

Original Text

To see the walls just search the Pub The Hole in the Wall , it was built above part of the ancient Roman walls next to the Balkern Gate