Binchester Roman Fort

27/10/2026

We’ve a range of family-friendly activities at Binchester this October half-term. 🍂

- Can you crack our Mixed-Up Medicine riddles? 🔍
- Enjoy our campfire story session telling Roman myths and legends 🔥
- Create potions from wacky Roman recipes 🧪
- Brave the spooky stories from Roma Antiqua on Thursday at 1 & 3 👻
- Let your imagination run wild inspired by the Binchester Beast 🎨

Binchester closes on Monday for the winter, so don’t miss your chance!

25/10/2026

Unfortunately for the safety of our visitors and staff we’ve had to close Binchester Roman Fort today. Thanks in advance for being understanding.

We will reopen again, as normal on Wednesday with our October Half Term activities.

In this wild weather, as Cicero and other Romans said: ‘Cūrā ut valeās’ - take care that you are well.

08/10/2026

25/09/2026

Why is the Binchester altar going to the Faith Museum?

We’ve been delighted to see how interested people are in our Fortuna Redux altar which is heading to Bishop Auckland’s Faith Museum.

But a few people have asked why it’s not being kept at Binchester? Great Question! Here, our fort manager and archaeology curator Dr John Castling gives a little explanation as to why the museum is a better place for it.

22/09/2026

History feels closer when you know someone's name

22/09/2026

One of our ancient altars, which celebrates a 1750-year-old homecoming by Roman architect Eltaominus has made its way back to and joined fellow Binchester objects at the Faith Museum.

See more here on the BBC website



BBC North East and Cumbria The Auckland Project

18/09/2026

31/08/2026

Well, what a great weekend we’ve had here at Binchester!

Thanks to everyone who took part and visited us.

We’re going for a rest tomorrow, but will be back to our opening Wednesday-Sunday from the 2nd September.

Our archaeology is still here waiting for you to be impressed!

We also do school visits, where children can learn all about the Romans and archaeology, for all age groups. If you are or know a teacher - point them our way!