Dewa Roman Experience
Explore
Your visit begins in the dark hold of a Roman Galley. Grapus the Oars Master tells of the dangers you will face as you near the edge of the known world.
Upon leaving the Galley you will be able to see the reconstructed granary, barracks, bath-house, taverna and market stalls that would have formed part of the fortress that was once home to the 5000 strong “brave and victorious” Twentieth Legion.
Here you will be able to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Roman Britain.
Archaeology
Dewa Roman Experience occupies a unique site at the heart of the original legionary fortress. In 1991 archaeologists discovered remains of the fortress on this site and the excavations have been left open for public viewing.
This is a rare opportunity to view the genuine Roman, Saxon and Medieval remains buried beneath Chester.
A superb collection of artefacts from both Chester and the wider Roman Empire is on permanent display at Dewa.
Interact
Our award-winning ‘hands-on’ room is immensely popular with both adults and children alike.
Here you can do a variety of historically themed activities such as trying on Roman Armour, firing a catapult, building a hypocaust and creating a mosaic. For the budding archaeologist there is a chance to handle and sort ancient pottery and bones on display.
Prices
Members of Public
Adult- £5.95
Child- £4.25
Senior/Student- £5.25
Family Ticket- £20.00
Public Roman Soldier Patrols £4.00 per person.
Educational Tours and Groups
Child – £4.25 (Aged 5-16)
Adults 3 x free per class
Additional Adult Helpers – £4.25
Senior/Student – £5.25
Group Rate – £5.00 (10 adults +)
Roman Soldier Patrol £60.00
Roman Soldier Patrol as a single activity £80.00
(Private patrols are for up to 30 people).
Opening Times
Please note that admission to members of the Public may be restricted whilst pre-booked Educational Tours are taking place.
Peak (Feb-Nov) :
9am – 5pm Monday to Saturday
10am – 5pm Sunday
Off-Peak (Dec-Jan) :
10am – 4pm Daily
Bank Holidays :
10am – 5pm Daily
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day.
Address
Dewa Roman Experience, Pierpoint Lane, Off Bridge Street, Chester, CH1 1NL
