When the owners of a nearby house sank new foundations for a garage in 1926, they made an incredible discovery. It was the site of a Roman farmhouse that had been built around the year 280 AD!

Home educating families are invited to visit Newport Roman Villa to discover how bathing changed after the Romans came to Britain by exploring one of the best-preserved bath wings in the south of England.

They will also find out about life in a Roman villa through hands-on activities including: - Comparing the armour of a Roman legionary and a Celtic warrior by trying it on   - Use replica food in our kitchen area to create Roman style meals and discover which foods were introduced to Britain by the Romans. - Handling original/replica artefacts  - Learning how to play tabula  - Building arches   - Designing a mosaic  - Trying on Romano-British style costume  

Drop in between 10.30 and 12.30 on Thursday 28th September.

Booking is essential. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. To express your interest in attending please complete this form: https://forms.office.com/e/m5p06ZhPr8

Discover free online resources to support a visit to the Villa at: iwcep.co.uk/activities-newport-roman-villa/

Future taster sessions will be held at museums including Classic Boat Museum, the Museum of Island History and Carisbrooke Castle Museum.

This visit is funded by Museums and Schools, an Arts Council England programme funded by the Department for Education. Accompanying adults and children participating in the workshop will be asked for feedback on their experience.