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Chester Roman Amphitheatre
    Chester Roman Amphitheatre
Vicars Lane
Newgate
Chester
CH1 1QX.
Cheshire
England
Collection details
Archaeology, Social History, Weapons and War
Facilities
Wheelchair access: yes
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Contact details
Website : www.chester.gov.uk/amphitheatre/index.html
Open
Any reasonable time.
Admission charges
Free
Description
The largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, partially excavated. It was used for entertainment and military training by the 20th Legion, based at the fortress of Deva.

Articles
Get Your Digs During National Archaeology Week, July 12 - 20 2008
Heritage Open Days 2007 Arrives With Free Access To Sites Across England
New Evidence Of Gladiatorial Games At Chester Amphitheatre
National Archaeology Week Launches Across UK
Archaeologists Set To Explore Chester's Roman Amphitheatre

Disability Access
Wheelchair access to some public areas

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