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About
Caerwent Roman Town is an archaeologist’s paradise. In Roman Britain it became the tribal capital of the Silure (Venta Silurum), serving as the administrative counterpart to the Roman camp at Caerleon.
The town itself is still predominantly found within the impressive fourth-century Roman walls, with parts of the walls standing up to 17 feet (5.2m) high. Excavated houses, forum-basilica and a Romano-British temple also remain, plus archaeological discoveries can be found in the Church of St Stephen & St Tathan in Caerwent.
Parking at Caerwent
The West Gate barns area provides free car parking, level access to toilet facilities and interpretation panels. The car park is open 10am - 4pm and open all year round (except 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January).
Caerwent Walks
Discover the history and heritage of Caerwent on the Caerwent Health Walk, a two mile easy trail taking in the walls, remains and Roman gates of Caerwent.
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Events
26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025
Meet the Romans at Caerwent (Festival of British Archaeology)Visit Caerwent Roman Town (or Venta Silurum as it was) and meet the Romans!- more info
Related
National Roman Legion Museum, Newport CityStep back in time at the National Roman Legion Museum and explore life in a far-flung outpost of the mighty Roman Empire.
Caerleon Roman Fortress & Baths (Cadw), CaerleonThe site of the 50-acre (20.3ha) Roman legionary fortress of Isca, the permanent base of the Second Augustan Legion in Britain from about A.D. 75. Impressive remains of the fortress baths, amphitheatre, barracks, and fortress wall.
Health Walk - Caerwent Walk, CaldicotA 2 mile walk around the old Roman town of Caerwent.
Church of St Stephen & St Tathan, CaldicotThis is perhaps one of the earliest Christian sites in the county, possibly in Wales
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
Booking & Payment Details
- Free Entry
Catering
- Picnic site
Children
- Children welcome
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Caerwent is off the A48 between Newport and Chepstow; follow brown signs to Roman Town/Roman City. Bus Route number 73 Newport –Chepstow Accessible by Public Transport: Caldicot station is 3 miles away.
