Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre, Richborough, Kent - REOPENS MARCH 26

Details

Accessibility

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/plan-your-visit/facilities/

2026:

"Accessible Toilets

Assistance Dogs Welcome

Wheelchair Access

Access is via reinforced grass pathways. Manual wheelchair users are advised to bring an assistant.

Entrance / Set Down

Disabled visitors can be set down close to the Visitor Centre. This needs to be arranged in advance so we can unlock the relevant gate at the right time and provide specific instructions.

Disabled Parking 

There are no specified disabled spaces in the car park. The car park is approximately 100m from the Visitor Centre, down a narrow gravel path.

Stairs

There are connecting steps between different levels of the site (less than 10 at a time). There are also stairs up the rampart, and steep and narrow ladder-esque steps up to the top of the gateway.

Lift Access

No

Seating And Restpoints

The site is large and open with very little shelter. There are no seats inside the fort walls but there are 6 picnic benches and 3 seats adjacent to the Visitor Centre.

Pathways Surface And Gradients 

Reinforced grass pathways across the site. There is also a public road that needs to be crossed to access the amphitheatre."

Brief description

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/

"Richborough Roman Fort witnessed the very beginning, the heyday and the end of Roman rule in Britain. An array of fresh features helps you explore and understand this wonderful site.

The invading Roman army first came ashore here in AD 43, building a fortress to defend their bridgehead. A timber Roman gateway has been meticulously recreated on its exact spot. Climb it for panoramic views over the whole site and the Kent countryside.

A revamped museum, featuring finds from recent excavations, traces the 360-year story of Richborough and its people. Take the audio tour to be guided around the site by historians, follow the family trail and see the earthworks of Richborough’s amphitheatre.

Richborough Roman Fort has been awarded a Silver Green Impact Award"

Address

Off Richborough Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9JW

Email

Phone

0370 333 1181

Website

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/

Directions

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/plan-your-visit/directions/

2026:

"ROAD ACCESS

At the A256/A257 roundabout, head for Sandwich, then turn left onto Richborough Road and proceed for approximately 1 mile.
Plan your route using what3words.com/polar.totally.inhales.
Find the nearest EV charger to Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre at zap-map.com/live.

SAT NAV
Postcode : CT13 9JW
Latitude : 51.289701
Longtitude : 1.328818

BICYCLE ACCESS

Find your cycling route to Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Prices: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/prices-and-opening-times/

Transport

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/plan-your-visit/directions/

2026:

"TRAIN ACCESS
Sandwich station is 2 miles away from Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre. Train services are operated by Southeastern."

Amenities

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richborough-roman-fort-and-amphitheatre/plan-your-visit/facilities/

2026:

"PARKING

Free car park for about 30-40 cars.

FOOD AND DRINK
Vending machine selling hot drinks. Shop sells a selection of snacks including crisps, cold drinks, confectionery and locally made ice cream.

PICNIC AREA
You are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds. Our six picnic benches look out onto some of the earliest Roman remains in Britain.

SHOP
The gift shop in the Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre visitor centre sells a range of English Heritage souvenirs and gifts, including Roman-themed items, books, snacks, ice-creams and hot and cold drinks.

TOILETS
Two toilets are available on site all year round, with both offering some level of disabled access.

DOGS
Dogs on leads are welcome in all outdoor areas. However, please check the amphitheatre field for farm animals; if there are animals in the field, we advise against entering with a dog.

MUSEUM
The museum at Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre is accessible via the shop. A permanent exhibition that describes many aspects of Roman life.

GARDENS
Our large open grounds are predominantly grass, with some paths and steps. There's plenty of room for children to play, though ball games are not permitted. Kites are allowed away from the ruins.

AUDIO TOURS
Free audio tour in English is included in the admission price. It covers the history of Richborough and the remains that are visible above ground. 

FAMILY FRIENDLY
PLAY AREAS / ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
There's plenty of space for children to run around and explore. Kites are welcome away from the ruins.
PUSH CHAIRS ALLOWED
Pushchairs are welcome although the site is on uneven ground and there are some steps. 

COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPH AND FILMING
English Heritage welcomes all photographers to our sites and we hope you will share your pictures with us on Flickr and Facebook. We do have some restrictions at certain locations, so if photography is your main reason for visiting, please call the site ahead of your visit to check if any parts of the site are restricted. We are keen to promote the use of our sites to location managers. If you are interested please go to (Filming Locations) for more information and contacts. English Heritage does not permit drone flying from or over sites in our care, except by contractors or partners undertaking flights for a specific purpose, who satisfy stringent CAA criteria, have the correct insurances and permissions, and are operating under controlled conditions."