Junior Blogs

Vindolanda

Find out more about the Roman Site of Vindolanda. Read more

Magna

Learn about the Roman fort Magna, the fort at the rock, that sits next to the Roman Army Museum. Read more

Writing tablets

Junior Blogs
What are writing tablets? Where are they found? See some examples of the different writing tablets found at Vindolanda and what we can we learn from them. Read more

Hadrian's Wall

Click here for some basic facts about Hadrian's Wall. Read more

Archaeology

What do archaeologist do? Find out more here. Read more

Roman Soldiers

Basic information about joining the army. Read more

Roman Forts

Find out about the buildings in Roman forts here. Read more

Evidence of Roman Women

What about the women? Vindolanda has lots of objects which show us that there were lots of women living here at the site. Find out more here. Read more

Staying Healthy at Vindolanda

Explore the Roman world of medicine - how did the Romans stay healthy? Marcus the medicus takes you through the medical ideas of the Romans. Read more

FACT FILE: In the bath house

Find out more about the Vindolanda bath house and how it was used. Read more

FACT FILE Animal Brooches

The Romans used brooches to hold their clothes together and as fashion accessories. Some, the zoomorphic or animal brooches, also had deeper meaning. Find out more here. Read more

FACT FILE: Where were the soldiers from?

The soldiers serving at Vindolanda and Magna were from all over the empire. Find out more here. Read more

Latest

Roman Healthcare

A delve into the world of Roman doctors and medics. A short video blog series created by Marcus the medicus (Dr Andrew Newton) to help us understand how the Romans viewed medicine.
Potted History Oil Lamps and Deities Workshop23

9th September 2023
In this course, you will learn about the manufacturing methods employed by Roman craftsmen and create your own Roman goddess figurine, a small Lararium or household shrine and a fully functioning Roman oil lamp.
Potted History Barbotine Ware Masterclass

15th July 2023
During this workshop participants will learn about Roman Barbotine Ware, a slip decorated pottery style featuring hunt, circus and gladiatorial scenes. Decorate your own Barbotine cup using the ancient techniques and designs.
Potted History Samian Ware Masterclass

12th August 2023
During this workshop participants will learn about Roman Samian Ware, Terra Sigillata, arguably the World's first truly mass produced pottery and make your own Samian bowl using the ancient techniques.

Tickets

How to visit Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum and the Roman Army Museum. This page will take you through the new systems we have in place for visiting our sites, what is open and how to visit.
Roman Vindolanda Fort & Museum

Visit Roman Vindolanda today and you will find one of the North East’s most famous and not to be missed tourist attractions lying in the beautiful landscape of Hadrian's Wall Country. Formerly a key military post on the northern frontier of Britain, Vindolanda is the home of Britain's 'Top Treasure' - the Vindolanda Writing Tablets - and is one Europe's most important Roman archaeological sites, with live excavations taking place every year.
Roman Army Museum

Lying in magnificent countryside next to a sweeping section of Hadrian's Wall and based at the site of Magna Roman Fort, the Roman Army Museum is an authentic and dramatic tribute to Rome’s extraordinary military legacy. Step into the life of a Roman soldier and experience life on the front line of Emperor Hadrian’s formidable British frontier.
Getting here

How to find us no matter how you like to travel. Whether biking, busing or marching, make your journey as smooth as possible and enjoy more time with us.
Day Planner

This is a suggested day planner for your visit to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum.
Booking and Visiting FAQ's

Have you got questions about what to expect when you arrive or how to book? Take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions page which answers some of our visitors most popular queries.
Luna, Moon Goddess

Volunteer blog - Jackie James
The ancient Roman moon goddess, Luna, derives her name from the Latin lucere, meaning ‘to shine’ and was seen not only as the divine embodiment of the moon but also the female counterpart of the sun, Sol.
Work for us

Find out about any opportunities to join the award winning teams at Vindolanda and the Roman Army Musuem. We currently have three new fixed term posts with the Vindolanda Trust- Part of the Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site and based at the Roman Site of Magna.
Local Accommodation

There is a vast range of places to stay near to Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum with all budgets catered for.
Book a Place

The 2023 Excavation season is nearly here, we are fully booked for the Vindolanda 2023 Excavations. Find out about what's involved and when you can see the digging taking place.

Carved stone depicting mystery horseman uncovered.

A beautifully carved sandstone relief which depicts a naked male figure holding a spear stood in front of a horse/donkey has been uncovered during the annual excavations at the Roman fort of Vindolanda near Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland. Read more