Romans In Colchester
Suitable for KS2
Colchester was the first Roman capital of Britain and site of Boudica’s rebellion. Explore history where it happened.
Pupils will take on the role of archaeologists and learn about the events that led to up to Boudica’s revolt. They will discover the impact this had on people’s lives as Colchester changed from an Iron Age settlement to a prosperous Roman town.
The day includes time to visit the Castle shop. Alternatively, your pupils can take home one of our goody bags. Details of what is included and how to pre-order can be found under Downloadable Resources.
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Romans visit – story tour* + hands-on archaeology + galleries
- Journey back 2000 years as you descend into the Roman vaults under the Castle.
- This dramatic, interactive story tour will explore the Roman invasion and Boudica’s revolt.
- Work as a team to reconstruct a large model Roman villa and Iron Age roundhouse.
- Handle real Roman pottery and investigate its uses.
- Develop skills of an archaeologist, investigating and interpreting evidence.
- Full instructions and a free pre-visit are available to support your session.
General visit – Exploring the Galleries
- Exciting new displays, interactive exhibits and gallery trails help your pupils explore the museum.
- Interactive displays include Iron Age and Roman villa areas with costume and handling objects
- Roman games displays including an interactive chariot ride
- NEW – Until Friday 12th January you will also be able to download the ‘Gladiators School Trail’. An alternative trail around the galleries focused on the new exhibition at Colchester Castle, ‘Gladiators: A Day at the Roman Games’.
*Lift access in the Castle is limited to the galleries. An alternative story tour is available for children who are unable to access the vaults.
Colchester Castle
Full Day Session
£5.50 per child (Colchester City schools)
£5.85 per child (non City schools)
Resources
On the Day Pack
Risk Assessment
Floor Plan
Goody Bag Order Form
New – Gladiators Trail
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Goody Bags
Your pupils can take home a fun-filled, educational and great value memento from their day, all stored inside a compostable bag!
By pre-ordering when you book your visit, we can have all your bags ready to collect on the day.
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