Historic Colchester: The Roman Visitor
4.62 (37 ratings)
This game takes players through some of Colchester's most important Roman landmarks. You play the part of a visiting diplomat, helping the local governor solve a plot for his own murder. The challenges are designed to be easy, so children and adults can both play along. If you want to learn a bit more about Roman Colchester, this is the perfect way to do it.
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
65-95 mins
You will walk
4600 steps
Total distance
3.5 km
Highlights
You will see what is left of Colchester's famous Roman wall and gates. You will view works of art, examples of culture and places of worship from Roman Colchester. You will walk through some of the city's most picturesque back lanes and the famous Castle Park.
Storyline
The year is 300 CE. Your name is Antonius, you are a Roman diplomat. You've been invited by the local governor, Marcus, to visit the thriving city of Colonia Claudius Victricensis, also known as Camulodunum. Marcus is keen to show off the city's fortifications, temples, art, and culture.
However, there's another reason he's invited you. The governor suspects a plot to kill him. Clues to this plot are hidden all over the city. Can you help Marcus unravel it before it's too late?
However, there's another reason he's invited you. The governor suspects a plot to kill him. Clues to this plot are hidden all over the city. Can you help Marcus unravel it before it's too late?
Game route
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Starting point Butt Road Car Park / Roman Circus
Butt Rd, Colchester CO3 3DG, UKFinish point Colchester Castle
Colchester CO1 1TJ, UK
Get the app and you're all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
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4.62
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