On the ground

Festival of Archaeology at Chedworth Roman Villa

Runs throughout festival

Step into the past this summer at Chedworth Roman Villa

Join us for two weeks of live demonstrations, ancient skills, and encounters with characters from the past. Discover Roman life and see history brought to life across the site.

What you might discover:

Roman Cooking & Bread Making – Explore ancient ingredients and techniques.

Corn Grinding – Process grain the Roman way.

Natural Wool Dyeing – Create colour using plants and natural materials.

Living History Crafts & Archaeology – Meet craftspeople and uncover the past.

Grand Dining Room Cleaning – See conservation in action.

The Lost Voices of Chedworth – Hear stories from the past.


Special Event:

Saturday 25 July – Join archaeologist Dr Martin Papworth for an expert-led guided tour of the site.

Location

Chedworth Roman Villa, Yanworth, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 3LJ, United Kingdom