Deva Roman Experience

Deva Roman Experience Deva Roman Experience family-friendly adventure. Embark on an exciting journey into Chester's Roman past! Don't just read history - experience it!

Open to the public on weekends, 10am - 6pm (last entry 5pm).

Sometimes the most advanced technology isn't new—it's ancient.
23/06/2026

Sometimes the most advanced technology isn't new—it's ancient.

The best thing about this time of year... our Roman Garden is in full bloom!!! The bees are loving the lavender and the ...
22/06/2026

The best thing about this time of year... our Roman Garden is in full bloom!!! The bees are loving the lavender and the colours of our mosaic look beautiful surrounded by the greenery and flowers!! Come and visit for yourself and tag us in any photos of our gorgeous garden or the wildlife that stop for a visit!!!

!! IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SCHOOL TRIPS THIS WEEK!!We know this weather makes life a little more tough, especial...
22/06/2026

!! IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SCHOOL TRIPS THIS WEEK!!

We know this weather makes life a little more tough, especially for schools. If you have a trip booked this week please read through this post ahead of your visit. Thank you.

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads and father-figures out there!
21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads and father-figures out there!

Did you know that 'Dad' jokes have an ancient history? We've found the perfect one for our friends over at Sick to Death...
18/06/2026

Did you know that 'Dad' jokes have an ancient history? We've found the perfect one for our friends over at Sick to Death Chester!

It's an absolute classic from the 3rd or 4th century joke book Philogelos (The Laughter Lover):

A doctor was talking to a patient. "Doctor," the patient says, "Whenever I get up after a sleep, I feel dizzy for half an hour, then I'm all right." "Then wait for half an hour before getting up," said the doctor.

It's not all just rubber ducks and pillow swords here at the Deva gift shop!! Did you know we sell reproductions of real...
18/06/2026

It's not all just rubber ducks and pillow swords here at the Deva gift shop!! Did you know we sell reproductions of real Roman brooches, necklaces and earrings? Moulded from the original artifacts, they will definitely bring a touch of Rome into your summer outfits!

Chester amphitheatre... a landmark of Chester, reflecting the city's progression through history, going from a walled Ro...
17/06/2026

Chester amphitheatre... a landmark of Chester, reflecting the city's progression through history, going from a walled Roman Fortress to a thriving city.

The Roman Legion needs you! Come and join the Roman Army and learn what it was like living as a Soldier in the Roman cit...
16/06/2026

The Roman Legion needs you! Come and join the Roman Army and learn what it was like living as a Soldier in the Roman city of DEVA almost 2000 years ago!

Join us as we march through the streets of Chester visiting the old Bath house and Amphitheatre. Learn how the Bath house was a great social occasion and how they entertained themselves watching Gladiators battle it out for victory!

Bookings are available on our website, and this year you can come for free by purchasing Dual Tickets to Deva and Sick to Death and have a whole day of fun under one ticket!!

You can also attend Soldier School for just £1 with the purchase of a trip to Deva!

Suitable for children aged 5 and upwards must be accompanied by an adult.

‘I went to Rome and all I got you was this stylus!’Did you know that ancient Romans had souvenirs? The Romans had a long...
16/06/2026

‘I went to Rome and all I got you was this stylus!’

Did you know that ancient Romans had souvenirs? The Romans had a long history of travelling to different places throughout the Empire and beyond. While visiting these places they were well known to leave their mark (Roman graffiti deserves its own post) or buying something to bring back home with them, as a gift, keepsake, or memento.

Coins and medallions, miniature busts and statues, commemorative terracotta oil lamps, gems and jewellery; many things were made specifically to be souvenirs, while other items may have been locally made goods that were acquired and brought back as a reminder of their trip.

One of our favourites comes from Britain! Found in London and dating to around 70AD, it's an iron stylus used for writing on wax tablets. Except unlike the other 200 styluses found on the same site, this one has been inscribed, in Latin:

‘I have come from the City. I bring you a welcome gift
with a sharp point that you may remember me.
I ask, if fortune allowed, that I might be able (to give)
as generously as the way is long (and) as my purse is empty.’

Essentially, I came from the City (very likely Rome), either as a visitor or after travelling there, and I wanted to get you something to remind you of me, but I didn't have a lot of money.

We feel at this point we ought to remind you, that if you are visiting us here at Deva, we do have a gift shop.😉

We'd love to hear about your favourite souvenir, either that you bought yourself or that was gifted to you. Can you top the Roman equivalent of a ballpoint pen?

Photo credit: Museum of London Archaeology
For more details on this stylus, see their great blog post here: https://www.mola.org.uk/discoveries/news/i-went-rome-and-all-i-got-you-was-stylus-rare-inscribed-roman-writing-implement

Address

Pierpoint Lane, Off Bridge Street
Chester
CH11NL

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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+441244343407

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