2025 Festival of Archaeology at Chedworth Roman Villa

* Touch genuine 1,800-year-old archaeological treasures including original mosaic pieces, Roman pottery, jewellery, tiles, and bones. Our volunteers will share the stories these objects tell about daily life in Roman Britain. Happening daily.

* Experience excavation for yourself. Pick up a trowel and discover what it feels like to uncover objects, just like professional archaeologists. Happening daily.

* Conservation in Action 21- 24 July & 28-31 July

Watch our conservation team clean the Grand Dining Room Mosaic, one of the finest in Britain. Chat with the team about their work and techniques.

* Rare Roman Coin Display - Saturday 19 & 26 July

View some of the rarest coins produced by the Roman Empire.

* After the Dig - Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 July

Discover what happens once artefacts are excavated. See how objects are cleaned, preserved, and recorded. Learn about the detective work that brings Roman Britain to life.

* Discovery Tours with Dr Martin Papworth – Saturday, 26 July

Renowned archaeologist Martin Papworth will lead tours sharing first-hand accounts of his discoveries at Chedworth. Hear about his excavation of Britain's only known 5th century mosaic, a discovery that changed our understanding of Roman Britain's final chapter. Learn about luxury finds including ancient glass from a perfume bottle and marble traced to the Emperor's Quarry in the Sea of Marmara. Martin will also discuss his latest research on the mysterious South Range.