ONLINE TALK on January 21, 2021 at 19:30 – 20:30, £4.75 The Romans typically ate three meals daily, with dinner considered the most important meal. The Dinner party was an
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
THE ROMAN CIRCUS VISITOR CENTRE & CAFÉ ARE TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
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Colchester Archaeology Talks present: Roman Life – Chariot Racing
ONLINE TALK on March 25, 2021 at 19:30 – 20:30, £4.75 Chariot racing was the greatest spectator sport of the Roman period. With its racing teams, star drivers and celebrity
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Colchester Archaeology Talks present: Roman Life – Gladiators
ONLINE TALK on February 25, 2021 at 19:30 – 20:30, £4.75 ‘Roman Life – Gladiators’ Romans both admired and despised those who were unfortunate enough to become gladiators. Despite being
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Colchester Young Archaeologists’ Club January online meeting
On Saturday 9 January at 10:30 we will be having a Time-themed quiz. The Zoom link will be sent to our YAC members and volunteers. So, if you are aged
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Colchester Archaeology Talks present: Roman Life – Bathing and Exercise
ONLINE TALK on December 10, 2020 at 19:30 – 20:30, £4.75 Whilst not necessarily a daily occurrence, bathing either at home or at the public baths was an important activity.
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What! No safety gear?
As part of one of CAT’s recent Historic Building Recording jobs we were asked to prepare a study of a building called The Forge at Bradwell, Essex. It turned out
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Colchester Archaeology Talks present: Roman Life – Clothing and Fashion
‘Roman Life – Clothing and Fashion’ For the Romans, the clothes you wore gave an instant indication of your social status. For men, this ranged from the humble tunic
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