Monthly Archives: February 2010

Just £9,000 to go

As of yesterday the total raised and pledged for the appeal stood at £161,000. That meant we had just £9,000 to go before we reached £170,000, the figure at which Colchester Borough Council said they will step in and grant … Continue reading

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Rock IT group supports the appeal

Based in the newly-converted Stables right next to the Sergeants’ Mess and site of the Roman Circus, Rock IT Group has offered to do its bit for the appeal. The company will be donating 10% of their margin on all … Continue reading

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Thoughts on the Roman Circus, from Barbara Erskine

Author Barbara Erskine recently agreed to become a patron of the appeal. She has spoken exclusively to the appeal to share her thoughts on the Colchester Roman Circus and why she believes it is important. “When we first moved to … Continue reading

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Thank you to Caroline Lawrence

Author Caroline Lawrence and actress Millie Binks gave a fascinating presentation on Friday at Colchester Arts Centre about life in Roman Britain. The half-term event proved popular with children and families from Colchester and further afield, all of whom enjoyed … Continue reading

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Run your own fundraising events with Justgiving

We now have a Justgiving account which means supporters can run their own fundraising event and collect the money quickly and efficiently. There are three ways in which you can use the service. 1. Make an online credit or debit … Continue reading

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