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Silchester Roman Town (Calleva Atrebatum)

Silchester, Basingstoke and Deane

The walls and amphitheatre of Calleva Atrebatum, a Roman town near Silchester. The site is in open countryside and is free to visit in daylight hours.

Highlights

  • Roman town walls
  • Amphitheatre remains
  • Free to visit in daylight hours
  • Walks around the walls

Good to know

  • Dogs on leads are welcome
  • Parking costs money, so check the car park charges before you travel
  • The walls are a few minutes walk from the car park

Getting there

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Silchester Roman Town (Calleva Atrebatum), Silchester, Hampshire, RG7 2HPParking: Charged car park at Wall Lane, managed by Hampshire County Council. Coaches and minibuses need to call Hampshire County Council on 01189 700132 to open the height barrier.

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Checked on 19 October 2026 against english-heritage.org.uk. Details change, so please confirm with the venue before you travel. How we check

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