A unique opportunity to find out more about Roman life along the border of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire is being offered to all the family this summer.
The free event - part of the national archaeology fortnight - is being held at the National Herb Centre, Warmington on Saturday, July 31st and Sunday August 1st. Visitors will be able to see Roman buildings being uncovered and even help out with the excavation.
With activities, talks, walks and games for archaeologists of all ages, the family event will run from 11am-4pm. The weekend has been organised by Warmington Heritage Group, explained chairman Jenny Handscombe.
"A major part of the event will be the excavation of part of the Herb Centre site. We know that there are some fascinating archaeological features for us to explore and visitors will be welcome to come and see what we will be doing.
"We're also laying on lots of other activities - mostly under cover - so come rain or shine there will be plenty for all the family and no previous experience of archaeology is needed!"
The bistro at the herb centre, which can be found on the B4100 between Warmington and Shotteswell, will be serving food with a Roman theme and there will be a lot of child-friendly activities as well, both indoors and outdoors.
Free talks will be bookable on the day, where people can find out more about the archaeology and occupation of this fascinating site as well as learning about the exciting Warmington hoard. For more information please email
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or ring 01295 690641.
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