Archaeology and history for everyone

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Vindolanda Guided Tours

2026 Tours
Roman Vindolanda

Make the most of your visit to Vindolanda by joining one of our free 45 minute guided tours of the Roman Vindolanda fort site including an overview of the site and archaeological highlights.
Check the timetable for exact dates and times.

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Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum,Bardon Mill, Hexham

Late Availability Excavation Places

Discover late availability excavation opportunities at Vindolanda & Magna. Check availability, book your slot, and join us to uncover more of our World Heritage Sites!

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Author: Penny Trichler

Hands on History

Tuesdays 7th & 21st July & 4th & 18th August
Roman Vindolanda Activity Centre

A chance to talk to one of our local experts and find out what it's like to excavate at Europe's most exciting archaeological site. See some finds from the excavations and learn about what archaeologists do when they are not digging.

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Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum,Bardon Mill, Hexham

Carvoran

Carvoran House and Cottage are two holiday properties owned by The Vindolanda Trust. Located next to the Roman Army Museum they have unparalleled views of the countryside and the site of Magna Roman Fort which is just yards away from the garden.

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Author: Sonya Galloway

Artist opportunity 2027: Artist in the Archive

A funded opportunity for artists working in all disciplines to research and respond to five nationally significant archaeological archives and create a substantial new work/body of work for a contemporary gallery space.

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Author: Penny Trichler

Our impact

27%

We estimate that only 27% of Vindolanda has been excavated, meaning we almost have another 150 years of excavating to do!

5,300,000

Since the Vindolanda Trust opened its doors to visitors in 1970 over 5.3 million people have visited our two sites.

53

The Vindolanda Trust employs 53 local staff, one of the largest tourism employers in Tynedale.

Our Vision

Our vision is to inspire all through the preservation of history.
Join Vindolanda Trust in preserving Roman history on Hadrian's Wall. Support our mission through visits, donations, or becoming a Friend.

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Author: Colin Galloway

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

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Events

  • Hands on History

    Tuesdays 7th & 21st July & 4th & 18th August
    Roman Vindolanda Activity Centre

    A chance to talk to one of our local experts and find out what it's like to excavate at Europe's most exciting archaeological site. See some finds from the excavations and learn about what archaeologists do when they are not digging. Read more

News

  • Major Archive Grant Awarded

    The Vindolanda Trust, leading a partnership with Durham University and North East Museums, has been awarded £149,996 through the Archives Revealed Consortium Grant to deliver “Materialitas”: an ambitious new archive project. Read more

  • Vindolanda wins gold

    Vindolanda Fort & Museum has been ranked as one of the best tourism experiences in the country with esteemed VisitEngland Gold award. Read more