Roman Army Museum, Military history museum at Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland, England
The Roman Army Museum contains three extensive galleries displaying military equipment, armor replicas, and interactive exhibits about frontier life at Magna Fort point.
During the Roman occupation of Britain, this location served as a strategic military outpost along Hadrian's Wall, marking the empire's northernmost frontier from 122 CE.
The museum exhibits the sole remaining Roman helmet crest made from hair moss, along with the Quintus Sollonius phalera featuring decorative military motifs.
The facility provides joint tickets with Vindolanda site, guided tours in multiple languages, and educational programs designed specifically for school groups throughout the year.
Visitors experience a Latin lesson from holographic teacher Velius Longus in an interactive classroom setting that demonstrates ancient Roman educational methods.
Location: Northumberland
Address: Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton CA8 7JB
Phone: 01697747485
Website: http://romanarmymuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 54.98589,-2.52083
Latest update: March 8, 2025 18:54
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