(Proposed renovation of Britains only-known Roman circus in Colchestor.) The Roman circus served many purposes: It was the venue for chariot races, horse races, gladiatorial performances, as well as the site for public celebrations. There have been previous posts about the excavation of Roman ruins in Cholchester. (See post below.) There has been a partial excavation of the only known Roman circus in Britain at Cholchester. There are now plans to reroute a busy highway to u