Roman Alcester is the exciting free-of-charge exhibition interpreting and displaying objects from Alcester's Roman past.

Alcester is one of the most investigated Roman small towns in the country, with over 100 archaeological digs in the last 80 years. Recent excavations have revealed much about the area of the Roman town which would have been outside the boundary wall built in the 3rd century AD.

Roman Alcester offers hands-on visits linked to the National Curriculum Key Stage 2. Other age groups can be accommodated by special arrangement.

Children can make use of all the museum's facilities to bring Roman Britain alive. They can handle pottery and other artefacts and during the afternoon dress in Roman armour for a photo opportunity.

The museum is fully accessible and has two disabled parking spaces.

Self-Assessed Accessibility Details

Parking

Designated parking for guests with disabilities
- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
- Has a ramp

Public Areas

Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
Visitor information available in audio format

Entrance

Ramp to entrance
Entrance is well lit
Automatic door at the main entrance

General

Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
Clear signage
Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
Audible alarm system

Latest Reviews

Alba Deschamps 05 Mar 2018

4.0

Parking: 4.0

Accessibility: 4.0

Toilets: 4.0

Staff: 5.0

The museum is situated in the local library and staffed by volunteers who were welcoming and helpful. Ramp to the entrance is available for disabled visitors with automatic doors. Seating available for visitors with limited mobility separately. There are a couple of areas in the floor that have clear glass. In the main body of the library close to the museum were a couple of stands with souvenirs appropriate to the Romans. It is easily accessible for disabled.