Attractions
Roman Painted House
Part of a large ‘mansio’ (official hotel) for travellers crossing the channel, built c.200AD and demolished during the construction of the shore fort. Its burial resulted in the survival of over 400 square feet of painted plaster with large murals showing scenes of Bacchus, god of agriculture and wine.
Accessibility
The monument is below ground level and only accessible via staircase. There is a ground-level viewing platform. Visitors unable to access the lower level can borrow printed copies of the information panels from the reception desk.
