Lawrence T Posted January 9, 2005 Report Share Posted January 9, 2005 Remains of the only known Roman chariot racing track in Britain have been found in the former Roman capital, Colchester. A spokesman for Taylor Woodrow, the housing firm which paid for excavation work at the site, said the walled structure was more than 350m (383yds) long, 70m (76yds) wide and appeared to be "one of the most significant Roman finds in Britain for decades". Bob Russell, British Member of Parliament for Colchester has called for the town to be made into a World Heritage Site. Mr Russell said "I believe that Colchester's already strong case for inclusion in the UK list of applications has been dramatically boosted with this latest discovery, which is one of international significance". Lumen is very proud to announce the launch of the only website dedicated to this unique find - Colchester Circus which will update daily with latest news and information regarding the on-going excavations at the site. [Mod Edit: added in the actual url link=PP] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursus Posted January 10, 2005 Report Share Posted January 10, 2005 I am thrilled to have an actual archaeologist aboard. Especially one stationed in the quintessential Roman province of Britannia. :-) Look forward to more posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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