Can I buy refreshments?

There is a self-service hot drink self-service machine (pay by card). Water and biscuits will be available.

Can I donate funds to CAT?

Of course! We have a QR code to scan, and donation boxes in the Visitor Centre.

Will a fundraising raffle be held?

Indeed, with CAT branded items and other goodies as prizes. £1 cash per ticket strip.

Wednesday, 3 September

Unearthing the Unexpected: New Discoveries in Roman Colchester

By Colchester Archaeological Trust

Find out about Colchester’s latest digs - exciting discoveries and fresh finds reshaping our view of Roman life beneath the city’s streets.

Date and time

Location

Roman Circus Visitor Centre

Roman Circus Walk Colchester CO2 7GZ United Kingdom

Good to know

Highlights

1 hour, 30 minutes
In person
Free venue parking
Doors at 18:45

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

About this event

CAT Lecture Series 2025

Unearthing the Unexpected: New Discoveries in Roman Colchester

Find out about the most surprising and exciting archaeological discoveries from Colchester made over the past few years. Drawing on CAT’s latest excavations and ongoing research, this talk offers a captivating glimpse into unexpected artefacts and remains that continue to reshape our understanding of Roman Colchester.

Join us for a magazine-style tour of fresh finds that reveal new stories hidden beneath the city’s streets - perfect for anyone eager to stay up to date with the cutting edge of local archaeology and history.

Speaker: Adam Wightman

Please note : This series of talks describe and discuss ancient life from an archaeological and historical perspective. Due to the nature of the period some aspects of this topic may cause offence to a modern audience. The intention of the presenter is to be informative and to represent the past as accurately as possible, both for its good elements and bad.

Organised by

Colchester Archaeological Trust