Archaeology and history for everyone

"Two destinations | One ticket | A great day out"

Trust Excavations

Each year over 400 volunteers join the excavations at the Vindolanda Trust and make a direct contribution to the research on the monument. If you are over 16 and have two consecutive weeks to give to the project, you too can make history happen and become a part of the story of uncovering our ancient Roman past.

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Author: Andrew Birley

Location: Chesterholm museum,Bardon Mill, Hexham

Vindolanda Guided Tours

2026 Tours
Roman Vindolanda

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.
Check the timetable for exact dates and times.

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Author: Penny Trichler

Location: Chesterholm Museum,Bardon Mill, Hexham

Vindolanda Excavation Bursaries

The Vindolanda Trust understands how important it is that young people from all backgrounds have access to archaeology and history. To make it easier and more accessible for young people to participate in the Vindolanda Excavations, the Trust offers three bursaries places every year.

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Author: Penny Trichler

Our impact

27%

We estimate that only 27% of Vindolanda has been excavated, meaning we almost have another 150 years of excavating to do!

5,300,000

Since the Vindolanda Trust opened its doors to visitors in 1970 over 5.3 million people have visited our two sites.

53

The Vindolanda Trust employs 53 local staff, one of the largest tourism employers in Tynedale.

Our Vision

Our vision is to inspire all through the preservation of history.
Join Vindolanda Trust in preserving Roman history on Hadrian's Wall. Support our mission through visits, donations, or becoming a Friend.

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Author: Colin Galloway

Location: The Vindolanda Trust, Chesterholm Museum,Westwood, Hexham

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Events

  • Vindolanda Guided Tours

    2026 Tours
    Roman Vindolanda

    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.
    Check the timetable for exact dates and times. Read more

  • Food on the Frontier

    26th & 27th September
    Roman Army Museum

    Historic demonstration chef John Crouch returns to the Roman Army Museum for a weekend of ancient Roman cooking, bringing the flavours of the frontier along Hadrian’s Wall to life. Read more

News

  • Again & Again & Again

    Made by hand. Preserved by time. Reimagined today. This autumn, Roman Vindolanda will unveil Again and Again and Again, a major new site-specific installation by acclaimed artist Susie MacMurray. Read more

  • Vindolanda wins gold

    Vindolanda Fort & Museum has been ranked as one of the best tourism experiences in the country with esteemed VisitEngland Gold award. Read more