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Baths and Bathing in Roman Britain
English Heritage cares for the remains of over 20 Roman bath-houses and they are some the most exceptionally well-preserved, beautiful and informative buildings that survive from this time. Bathing was essential to Roman life and the bath-houses, and what took place there, reveal much about the culture and the people of Roman Britain.
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English Heritage cares for over 50 Roman sites. Take a look at our range of articles and videos about Roman Britain, along with information about our sites and events to help you plan your grand day out in Roman history.
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From beautiful gardens and fairytale castles to spectacular ruins and Roman cities, the Midlands region is packed with great days out for everyone this season.
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It may be considered the ultimate fashion faux pas, but English Heritage is calling on the nation to forego the sartorial sensibilities of the 21st Century and be inspired by the Romans as it launches the first Socks and Sandals Day today (Friday 8 July 2022) to mark the 1900th anniversary of the commencement of the building of Hadrian’s Wall. Anyone who shares a snap of themselves on social media today sporting the socks and sandals look can also spend this new national day enjoying – for free – one of English Heritage’s Roman sites; they’ll also be in with a chance of winning a pair of special Roman-themed socks designed by artist Luke Edward Hall.
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Wall was an important staging post on Watling Street, the Roman military road to North Wales. It provided overnight accommodation for travelling Roman officials and imperial messengers.
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History of Jewry Wall, Leicester
Built about AD 160, the Jewry Wall in Leicester once formed the wall between the exercise hall and the bathing suite of the town’s public baths, and is one of the largest remaining Roman masonry structures in Britain.
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Hadrian's Wall is one of the most famous Roman sites in Britain. Use our suggested reading, activities and video resources to help your learners discover the story of Hadrian's Wall and the people who lived there.
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Most Roman roads are straight. Well, straight-ish. Mary-Ann Ochota has put together a handy guide to help you spot a Roman road in the English landscape.
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Charity encourages public to try the polarising pairing on 8 July and share their snaps on social media #SocksandSandalsDay Free entry to Roman sites for those who wear socks and sandals on 8 July
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Want some inspiration on how to spend some of your hard earned holiday? Look to the Romans. They really knew how to relax.