Roman Baths and Royal Theatre

Archeologists have worked on and off at this site since Roman ruins were found in 1727. The Roman level is 12 meters below today's street level. Excellent interpretive museum. The carving in the pediment of the temple to Minerva. The round temple of Minerva; the only structure of this type in Roman Britain. A catwalk and further excavations were done recently under the 18th century pump room where they serve high tea. We were there for over two hours, after this we bought some scones to eat back at the Hotel and Nancy enjoyed a pleasant air conditioned show at the Royal Theatre while Jan caught up on some rest.Read more