Lectures

While our on site lectures are on hold we hope to start running a series of online lectures based around the continuing research taking place at Vindolanda.

All of our lectures are fundraising lectures with any funds raised going to help the Vindolanda Trust with everything from excavation and conservation to staff wages and keeping the museums running. We ask you to pay what you can afford and feel the lectures are worth and we are grateful for every donation made.

We will announce upcoming lectures on this page, through our newsletter and on our social media.

We look forward to sharing more about our sites and collection with you soon.

Upcoming Lectures:

Watch this space!

In our live lecture you get the chance to ask questions and engage with our experts.

Previous Lectures:

Below we have a selection of our previous lectures to watch if you missed the live lectures.

The Vindolanda Wooden Combs - Barbara Birley, Curator (46mins)

Curator, Barbara Birley, as she talks about her connections to the wooden objects, the journey from the excavation through to their conservation and the cataloguing process. She will also tell you about her unexpected fascination with a beautiful but functional class of wooden artefacts, the hair combs.

Archaeology of the Wooden Underworld - Dr Andrew Birley, Director of Excavations and CEO (49mins)

Dr Andrew Birley, CEO of the Vindolanda Trust explores the archaeological layers where wooden artefacts are found at Roman Vindolanda and casts a light on why these organic finds are so well preserved.

Wooden Objects at the Edge of the Roman Empire - Dr Rob Sands (36mins)

Dr Rob Sands from University College Dublin will introduce you to the extraordinary collection of wooden objects preserved in 1st and 2nd century contexts at the Roman fort of Vindolanda.

The Vindolanda Shoes - Professor Elizabeth Greene (1hr 2mins)

Professor Elizabeth Greene who’s research is based around Vindolanda’s leather collection, takes us through the top 10 questions ever asked about the Vindolanda Roman shoes and their fascinating answers.

Latest

Recruiting Collections Volunteers

We are looking for new collections volunteers to work with Vindolanda's Small Finds as part of the Creating Connection Project funded by the Arts Council England. Interested in applying? Find out more.
Youth Volunteering

We are offering different opportunities for teenagers and young adults to volunteer at Vindolanda. Find out more about a short work experience at Vindolanda as well as the Vindolanda Youth Panel.
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.
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.

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

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.
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.
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.
Work for us

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

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