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1900 Bunting Challenge

1900 Bunting Challenge

24 January - 23 September 2022
Join us in celebrating 1900 years of Hadrian's Wall with our 1900 Bunting Challenge. Create by knitting, crocheting or sewing the shield design bunting flags to help us reach our target of 1900 bunting flags to be displayed at Roman Vindolanda in October 2022. Read more

Start: 7th January, 2022 at 12:00am

End: 23rd September, 2022 at 12:00am

Published: 7th January, 2022

Updated: 5th August, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Vindolanda, Chesterholm Museum, Bardon Mill,, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Militaria Exhibition

Militaria Exhibition

12th February - November 2022 *Extended*
Roman Army Museum

A temporary exhibition at the Roman Army Museum showing an assembly of militiary artefacts never seen in public which are on private loan to the Vindolanda Trust. Read more

Start: 12th February, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 31st October, 2022 at 5:00pm

Published: 17th January, 2022

Updated: 1st May, 2022

Author: Sonya Galloway

Location: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB

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2022 Excavations

2022 Excavations

28 March - 23 September 2022
Roman Vindolanda Fort

The Vindolanda excavations are back for 2022. The archaeologists and their teams of volunteers will be out Mon - Fri weather permitting. See history as it is uncovered. Read more

Start: 28th March, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 23rd September, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 7th January, 2022

Updated: 26th May, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Vindolanda, Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Vindolanda Guided Tours

Vindolanda Guided Tours

2nd April - 19th October
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. Read more

Start: 2nd April, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 2nd October, 2022 at 2:00pm

Published: 13th January, 2022

Updated: 28th July, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum, Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Magna Guided Tours

Magna Guided Tours

7th May - 2nd October
Roman Army Museum

Make the most of your visit to the Roman Army Museum by joining one of our free guided tours of the fort Magna. Explore the rugged landscape that once held an impressive Roman fort. Sturdy footwear required. Read more

Start: 7th May, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 2nd October, 2022 at 2:00pm

Published: 24th January, 2022

Updated: 28th July, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB

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Emperor for a Day

Emperor for a Day

21st May - 25th September
Both sites

Dress your favourite bear or plush toy as an emperor for the day and bring them out to meet our Emperor Ted bears at the museums. Read more

Start: 21st May, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 25th September, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 13th January, 2022

Updated: 14th April, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Vindolanda & Roman Army Museum

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Join the Roman Army

Join the Roman Army

16th July - 4th September
Roman Army Museum

School holiday family trails event. Try our self guided museum trails for some extra fun as you explore the Roman Army Museum. Will you join the Roman Army this summer? Read more

Start: 16th July, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 4th September, 2022 at 5:00pm

Published: 6th July, 2022

Updated: 7th July, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB

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Family Friendly Guided Tours

Family Friendly Guided Tours

4th August - 30th August
Vindolanda Roman Fort & Museum

Make the most of your visit to Vindolanda by joining one of our free 30 minute family friendly guided tours of the Roman Vindolanda fort site including an overview of the site and archaeological highlights. Read more

Start: 4th August, 2022 at 10:30am

End: 27th October, 2022 at 11:00am

Published: 1st August, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum, Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Roman Armour Decoration

Roman Armour Decoration

26th August
Roman Army Museum

To join the Roman Army you've got to have all the right kit. Join us in colouring a paper helmet and designing your own shield & sword to represent your unit! Read more

Start: 12th August, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 27th August, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 2nd August, 2022

Updated: 15th August, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB

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1900 Bunting Drop-in Session

1900 Bunting Drop-in Session

17th August
Roman Vindolanda

Drop-in session for families to get involved in the 1900 Bunting Challenge. Have a go at stitching your own design onto a bunting flag and learn about the sorts of textiles we find at Vindolanda and why it's so amazing we find any at all! Read more

Start: 17th August, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 17th August, 2022 at 3:00pm

Published: 7th July, 2022

Updated: 4th August, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Vindolanda, Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Roman Soldier School

Roman Soldier School

Friday 19th August
Roman Army Museum

Join the Roman Army - gear up with your unit and learn how to march like a Roman soldier, do some formations and scare the enemy! Read more

Start: 19th August, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 19th August, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 1st August, 2022

Updated: 9th August, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB

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Afternoon of blacksmithing and willow weaving

Afternoon of blacksmithing and willow weaving

26th August
Vindolanda Roman Fort & Museum

Come along and have an afternoon of having a go at blacksmithing and making your own willow birdfeeder. Read more

Start: 26th August, 2022 at 1:00pm

End: 26th August, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 14th August, 2022

Author: Anneke Hackenbroich

Location: Chesterholm Museum, Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Big Birthday Bash

Big Birthday Bash

27th & 28th August 2022
Roman Vindolanda

Vindolanda welcomes back the world famous Ermine Street Guard for their 50th Birthday celebrations. Demonstrations, displays and Roman army school, learn about life in the Roman army and see Vindolanda brought to life. Read more

Start: 27th August, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 28th August, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 7th January, 2022

Updated: 13th July, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum, Bardon Mill, Hexham, NE47 7JN

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Medicine & Healthcare in Roman Britain Workshop

Medicine & Healthcare in Roman Britain Workshop

Roman Vindolanda
29th September

Join Nick Summerton at Roman Vindolanda for a deep dive into Roman healthcare and medicine. The format will be a mixture of lectures, discussions and practical sessions as well as examining some of Vindolanda finds that help us to tell the story. Read more

Start: 29th September, 2022 at 9:30am

End: 29th September, 2022 at 5:00pm

Published: 26th July, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Hedley Centre , Vindolanda Museum , Bardon Mill, NE47 7JN

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Friends of Vindolanda Day 2022

Friends of Vindolanda Day 2022

30th September
Friends Day at Roman Vindolanda

Each year we have a special day for all our Friends of Vindolanda. Join us if you can for site updates, see our latest discoveries and more! Read more

Start: 30th September, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 30th September, 2022 at 3:00pm

Published: 22nd March, 2022

Updated: 14th April, 2022

Author: Sonya Galloway

Location: Vindolanda

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Bare Bones

Bare Bones

22nd -28th October
Roman Army Museum

What can we learn from ancient animal bones about how the Roman lived? A chance to see some of our favourite animal finds and artefacts and learn the science behind the bare bones of Vindolanda. Read more

Start: 22nd October, 2022 at 10:00am

End: 28th October, 2022 at 3:00pm

Published: 26th July, 2022

Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8 7JB

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  • Afternoon of blacksmithing and willow weaving

    Afternoon of blacksmithing and willow weaving

    26th August
    Vindolanda Roman Fort & Museum

    Come along and have an afternoon of having a go at blacksmithing and making your own willow birdfeeder.

  • Roman Armour Decoration

    Roman Armour Decoration

    26th August
    Roman Army Museum

    To join the Roman Army you've got to have all the right kit. Join us in colouring a paper helmet and designing your own shield & sword to represent your unit!

  • Family Friendly Guided Tours

    Family Friendly Guided Tours

    4th August - 30th August
    Vindolanda Roman Fort & Museum

    Make the most of your visit to Vindolanda by joining one of our free 30 minute family friendly guided tours of the Roman Vindolanda fort site including an overview of the site and archaeological highlights.

  • Roman Soldier School

    Roman Soldier School

    Friday 19th August
    Roman Army Museum

    Join the Roman Army - gear up with your unit and learn how to march like a Roman soldier, do some formations and scare the enemy!

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  • Tickets & Arrival Windows

    Tickets & Arrival Windows

    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

    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

    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.

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    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

    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

    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.

  • Ancient Graffiti Uncovered

    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.

  • Day Planner

    Day Planner

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

  • Work for us

    Work for us

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

  • Luna, Moon Goddess

    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.

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

Published: 28th June, 2021

Updated: 13th May, 2022

Author: Sonya Galloway

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