Online catalogue of the Alcester archaeological collections
Established around AD 47, the town of Alcester grew up around a fort located on the Roman road of Icknield Street, which stretched hundreds of miles from the North East to the South West of England. Thanks in part to being on the salt route from nearby Droitwich, Alcester developed into a town of bustling streets, temples and workshops. Roman Alcester looks at Alcester's archaeological heritage. Investigations into the archaeology of Alcester began with local businessman B.W. Davis in the 1920's. Recent excavations have revealed much about the area of the Roman town which would have been outside the boundary wall built in the 3rd century AD.
Museum, Archaeological site
Thursdays 10am to 4pm
Fridays 10am to 4pm
Saturdays 10am to 4pm
Sundays 2pm to 5pm
Closed over Christmas - re-opening on 7th January 2005
Designed specifically to evoke everyday life in Roman Alcester, the museum displays many of artefacts discovered in the town. As well these items, there is an interactive area where visitors can handle and sort the archaeological evidence. In order to give some idea of how these extraordinary artefacts ended up on display, an archaeological dig has been recreated, while an audio commentary from Roman Alcester's market place brings the age back to life.
Heritage Open Days 2014: Roman Alcester
- 14 September 2014
A wealth of beautiful and fascinating artefacts from the Roman period, all found in Alcester. Unique large display of Samianware pottery. Guide books and video displays.
New display of photographs and artefacts found in a recent dig
Please refer to the Heritage Open Days website for booking details and timings.