Event:Curses, Cures, & Gladiators

National Roman Legion Museum
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Visit the Roman Army Doctor and learn about the plants and techniques that were used to treat Gladiators and Roman soldiers over 2,000 years ago. 

Pick from an ‘unlucky dip’ of Roman illnesses and accidents to discover your treatment. Discover how curses were used in Roman times.

Information

30 October–2 November 2024, 10.30am-11.30am 11.30am -12.30pm 1.30pm-2.30pm 2.30pm-3.30pm
Cost £2.50/person
Suitability All
Booking Drop-in activity.
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Ages: Suitable for all

Plan your visit

Opening Hours

Our opening hours are changing for the winter season.

From Monday 4 November until 28 February 2025, we will be open 10am – 4pm every day.

Address

Caerleon, Nr Newport
NP18 1AE

Map & How to Get Here

Parking

Parking is either on Broadway (next to the amphitheatre), Museum Street (limited parking) or off High Street, adjacent to the Baths. Cycle stands are available at the amphitheatre.

Visting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

Eat, drink, shop

  • The Gallery has no facility for refreshments but there are number of catering outlets in Caerleon town centre.
     
  • The Museum shop will be open during your visit.
  • You are welcome to bring a picnic, while there’s nowhere to eat these within the museum, there are areas outside which make for a nice spot. 

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