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Paul B
Chirnside Park, Australia1,123 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
This would be a great experience but currently closed as they work in th e buildings surrounding it. They could have made a view viewing points. Noticed that the ground ruins are going to need a good clean up as they are not currently being looked after whilst the buildings are renovated.
Written July 5, 2024
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TuttiGoz
East Anglia27 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
We didn't realize how large this free museum was and stayed until closing time! Impressive and well preserved Roman bath/forum remains in the grounds to walk around. Very good examples of a Roman pavement and wall paintings inside too. Heaps of historical artefacts to look at and read about, as well as skeletons to look at! Definitely worth a visit. We felt it was a museum that didn't get enough attention by visitors as we were almost the only people in there (maybe because it was a Monday?) which seems a shame. It needs more publicity; I only found it by looking on my phone for things to do in Leicester earlier in the day and glad we went.
Written June 4, 2014
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Thank you for the great review!
Written April 9, 2015
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Bonzodogdoodadog
Leicestershire, UK24 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
Have been to Pompeii Herculaeum and most of the Roman sites on Hadrians Wall in the last 6 months so went to see what Leicester's Jewry wall had to offer.,
Greatly impressed by the quality and variety of the exhibits and the grandeur of the Wall and Bath site itself.
The outside site looks a bit tatty at the moment with rubble weeds and litter about the place. I am very positive this museum will catch up with the rest of the renovated cathedral area eventually but will take time.Hooray that there is a city mayor who is taking an interest in Leicester's historical places at last.
Visit when you can.
Greatly impressed by the quality and variety of the exhibits and the grandeur of the Wall and Bath site itself.
The outside site looks a bit tatty at the moment with rubble weeds and litter about the place. I am very positive this museum will catch up with the rest of the renovated cathedral area eventually but will take time.Hooray that there is a city mayor who is taking an interest in Leicester's historical places at last.
Visit when you can.
Written August 24, 2015
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Drew V
Manassas, VA23 contributions
Naturally, when I heard about this at first, I didn't think it would be much. I figured it would be some small wall with a little tourist trap museum adjacent to it.
Wow, I'm glad I hedged my expectations, because it was a wonderful experience. The wall is pretty large, with a good outline of the former baths excavated. All the information posted around is insightful and well worth the read.
Entering the museum surprised me too. There are vast amouts of exhibits to see with tons of information to read. I am an avid reader of Roman history, so I was impressed with what they had assembled. I personally thought it was well worth the visit, and there are costumes for kids to dress in and get photos!
Wow, I'm glad I hedged my expectations, because it was a wonderful experience. The wall is pretty large, with a good outline of the former baths excavated. All the information posted around is insightful and well worth the read.
Entering the museum surprised me too. There are vast amouts of exhibits to see with tons of information to read. I am an avid reader of Roman history, so I was impressed with what they had assembled. I personally thought it was well worth the visit, and there are costumes for kids to dress in and get photos!
Written February 28, 2015
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Many thanks for your kind remarks, we are very pleased that you enjoyed your visit.
Written April 9, 2015
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Sharifred
Phoenix, AZ113 contributions
Jun 2013 • Friends
I was visiting a friend who lives in Leicester and we decided to spend the afternoon doing a walking tour. We found a guided map somewhere online and were following it when we stumbled upon this little gem. Fascinating ruins of Roman baths just sitting out there in the middle of the city beckoned to us to explore more closely, and by so doing we were led to this little museum. We just took a quick, cursory tour of the museum, but even so I learned a lot about the history of Leicester for free. I did contribute a small sum as I was impressed with the artifacts and the educational displays. For a free attraction it is well worth the time.
Written August 4, 2013
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leicestermuqaddam
Leicester, UK6 contributions
May 2016 • Family
Sincere, industrious individuals have kept this museum open without government support so that future generations may be able to learn about & study our history. I admire their efforts and am enthralled by the fascinating information available on-sight, as well as the amazing Roman ruins found within the grounds. Be open-minded & sincere in your quest for knowledge & you shall not come away disappointed. Also, find out about the open days & demonstrations to really help to bring the information to life (especially for the children.)
Written August 9, 2016
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Noelbats
Newcastle28 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
Leicester was an important Roman town and has played an important role in more or less every period of history since then. The Jewry Wall is actually the wall of a large Roman bath house and the floor plan of the complex is visible below. The adjacent museum is full of interesting artifacts charting the history of the area.
Written August 30, 2015
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jeanmichelle
Edinburgh, UK241 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
Great museum found the history of the Roman Baths very interesting.Good place to take children as there were things they could do to capture their attention .Wide range of interesting exhibits,we left a donation but the entry is free.
Written August 12, 2015
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NewYorkRoss
New York140 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
A lovely find on the outskirts of the city centre. As you approach the museum you can see the ruins of the original Roman baths which you can walk around. Next door is the museum telling the story of Roman Leicester (called another name). There are lots of artefacts and part of a mosaic floor to see as you wonder around and then the story takes you through to the Saxon and Viking era again with a mixture of artefacts and pictures explaining how the people lived and died. Plenty for children to do so they are not bored and there is a small shop at the entrance too.
Written July 10, 2015
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Paula mb
Shepshed, UK33 contributions
Mar 2015 • Family
i didnt go...my 9yr old twins went on a school trip and they both had a fab time! they came jome talking bout the trip n it sounded like theyd had a great time, both said it was interesting and fun!
Written March 19, 2015
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Many thanks for your kind words - glad to hear the children enjoyed their school trip, the Roman army marching seems to go down very well!
Written April 9, 2015
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Does the Jewry Wall have car parking, if yes, is it free to English Heritage members? Is there a café on site?
Written May 14, 2018
Does the Jewry Wall have car parking? If yes, is it free to English Heritage members?
Written May 14, 2018
Hi there, the Jewry Wall Museum is currently closed for major refurbishment. However, the Roman wall and bath house are still available for public viewing. There's some on-street parking next to the site or an NCP car park (Holiday Inn Hotel) directly across the road from the Roman site. Hope you enjoy the visit and please do keep an eye out for the redeveloped museum in due course.
Written May 15, 2018
Morning! I'm going to Leicester in a month from Spain, and I'd like to find scientific bibliography about roman England, can I find this books there?
thanks so much!
Written January 17, 2017
Hi Pedro, thanks for the query. There's a few books at the museum but the University of Leicester would be the best resource for research. Hopefully they can organise a guest access for their excellent library facilities.
Hope that helps and you have a good stay in the city. All best, James
Written January 24, 2017
lovehistory4ever2016
England, United Kingdom
I would like to come this Museum. Do i have to buy a ticket?
Written March 27, 2016
Thanks for your interest. No its free admission for a general visit, no ticket required. We do have an events programme which have a small charge but for a general visit, please just come on the day!
All best wishes, James
Written March 29, 2016
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