Glevum

[1] Glevum was established around AD 48, at an important crossing of the River Severn, and near to the Fosse Way, the early front line after the Roman invasion of Britain.

[4] Between AD 81 and 98, larger replacement walls were built on slightly higher ground nearby, centred on present-day Gloucester Cross which was probably part of the change from a military fort to a walled colonia after the Legio II Augusta had been transferred to Caerleon.

A colonia was the residence of retired legionaries and enjoyed the highest status of city in the Empire.

[6] A large and impressive administrative basilica and forum market-place were built in the town, as well as many fine homes with mosaic floors.

[7]The Roman wharf where goods were shipped via an inlet from the River Severn has been excavated at Upper Quay Street and which dendrochronological dating has shown was built from 74 AD.