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Altars back in the landscape

Replica altars to the Roman God Jupiter Dolichenus placed back in religious shrine at Vindolanda enabling visitors to see them in their original setting for the first time in 1,800 years.

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Severan Skulls

Dr Trudi Buck takes a closer look at the human skull unearthed during the 2018 excavation of the Severan fort ditch at Vindolanda.

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Author: Sonya Galloway

Vindolanda Archaeology Centre

We have launched an ambitious campaign to raise funds towards a much needed on site excavation and post-excavation facility at Roman Vindolanda. The Robin Birley Archaeology Centre will replace three wooden sheds which are sadly in a state of disrepair with a purpose built centre which can be used all year round. Can you help us?

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Location: vindolanda,Chesterholm Museum, Hexham

Target amount: £100,000.00

Amount raised: £25,627.51

Fundraise Comments: 3

Guided Tours Vindolanda

6th April - 22nd September
Make the most of your visit to Vindolanda by joining one of our Free guided tours.

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Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum,Bardon Mill, Hexham

Our Vision

Overview of the Vindolanda Trusts aims and objectives

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Author: Colin Galloway

Location: The Vindolanda Trust, Chesterholm Museum,Westwood, Hexham

Our impact

24%

We estimate that only 24% of Vindolanda has been excavated, meaning we have another 150 years of excavating to go!

5,000,000

Since the Vindolanda Trust opened its doors to visitors in 1970 over 5 million people have visited our two sites.

47

The Vindolanda Trust employs 47 local staff, one of the largest tourism employers in Tynedale.

Events

  • Roman Games Day

    15th & 29th September
    Fun and games at Vindolanda with Roman themed games. Great for children and families. Test your hand at games the Romans might have been playing almost 2000 years ago! Read more

  • Friends Day 2019

    4th October 2019
    Friends of Vindolanda Day is an exclusive event for our Friends of Vindolanda and is being held at BOTH sites, including lectures and updates about the excavations. Read more

News

  • Robin Birley 1935-2018

    It is with immense sadness that The Vindolanda Trust announces the death of Robin Birley, founder Director of the Trust, on the evening of Wednesday August 29th 2018. Read more

  • Altars back in the landscape

    Replica altars to the Roman God Jupiter Dolichenus placed back in religious shrine at Vindolanda enabling visitors to see them in their original setting for the first time in 1,800 years. Read more