Statement from the Vindolanda Trust

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Instruments of War: Roman cornu mouthpiece uncovered.

An instrument of war: an exceptionally rare ancient Roman cornu mouthpiece unearthed at Vindolanda this summer gives a unique insight into the sound of the Roman Army.
Statement from the Vindolanda Trust

Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II the following statement has been issued by The Vindolanda Trust.
Vindolanda Adventure

What was it like to live at Vindolanda when the Romans were here? What did they wear? Eat? Do for fun? Did they go to parties? Join Lady Lepidina and Tagomas Vexillarius in the Vindolanda Adventure online game to help to answer these questions.
Vindolanda Adventure Game Released

A new educational resource for budding video gamers and archaeologists is set at the ancient Roman fort of Vindolanda in Northumberland will be officially launched on 11th September 2022. This online game and exhibition brings to life real-people from the world-famous Vindolanda tablets, Tagomas and Lepidina, with the aim to help children learn more about computer science and the ancient world.

Vindolanda Adventure Game Released

A new educational resource for budding video gamers and archaeologists is set at the ancient Roman fort of Vindolanda in Northumberland will be officially launched on 11th September 2022. This online game and exhibition brings to life real-people from the world-famous Vindolanda tablets, Tagomas and Lepidina, with the aim to help children learn more about computer science and the ancient world.
Ancient Graffiti Uncovered

The latest Vindolanda discovery of an ancient carved stone with the image of a phallus and graffiti gives us a fascinating window into the emotions of someone in the 3rd century.
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.
The Vindolanda Trust Receives Art Fund Grant

The Vindolanda Trust has secured a grant of £30,000, awarded through Art Fund’s Respond and Reimagine programme for a Roman Holiday Project.
Anthony Birley 1937-2020

The Vindolanda Trust conveys with great sorrow that Professor Anthony Birley (Tony) died peacefully in his sleep early during the morning of Saturday December 19th at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.
Vindolanda Trust Receives Support From Culture Recovery Fund

The Vindolanda Charitable Trust receives support from Government's £1.57bn Culture Recovery Fund.
Unique Christian Artefact Uncovered at Vindolanda

A recently uncovered artefact at Vindolanda sheds a new light on the Dark Ages of Britain. Hidden in the remains of a 6th century Christian church, inside the previously occupied Roman Fort, were the fragmentary remains of a lead vessel, lightly etched with symbols of early Christian iconography.
Roman Leather Toy Mouse Discovered

Curatorial staff at Roman Vindolanda make a lockdown discovery of an ancient leather toy mouse, which had been hidden in amongst the ancient scrap leather recovered from the site.
Engaging Vindolanda's Global Community

The Vindolanda Trust has two new community-based projects developed to encourage engagement with the Vindolanda Site and Museum and The Roman Army Museum during a time when physical access to them is restricted due to the coronavirus pandemic. The projects have been supported by a grant from the Arts Council England Emergency Response Fund.
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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, make your journey as smooth as possible and enjoy more time with us.
Visitor Information

Information and links to all you need to know about visiting our sites, Roman Vindolanda Fort and Museum 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.
Day Planner

This is a suggested day planner for your visit to Roman Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum.
Ancient Graffiti Uncovered

The latest Vindolanda discovery of an ancient carved stone with the image of a phallus and graffiti gives us a fascinating window into the emotions of someone in the 3rd century.
Work for us

Find out about any opportunities to join the award winning teams at Vindolanda and the Roman Army Musuem.
Luna, Moon Goddess

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.

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