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Venta Icenorum Roman Town and Fortifications
DiscoverPlaces to seeUnited KingdomEnglandEast Of EnglandNorfolkSouth Norfolk DistrictCaistor St Edmund and Bixley
Venta Icenorum Roman Town and Fortifications
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Venta Icenorum Roman Town and Fortifications
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March 14, 2025
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Known by the Romans as "the market of the Iceni" (Venta Icenorum) this was one of the strongholds of the Iceni Tribe. It was the centre of the revolt led by Queen Boudicca against the Roman invasion in AD 60/61.
Today the site is one of three major British/Roman towns which has not been built on. Roman embankments and fortifications can be seen today.
Today the site is one of three major British/Roman towns which has not been built on. Roman embankments and fortifications can be seen today.
Mark
August 8, 2020
Cycling
Site of the ancient capital of Norfolk with remains of roman walls.
Gimble Thoroughfare
August 10, 2020
Hiking
Great spot if you love local history. Go early as there is very limited parking which is also free. Theres a nice circular walk around the fort with a couple of offshoots that take you to vantage points for a great view
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