Event:Amphitheatre and Dig Pit Activity

National Roman Legion Museum

It’s 100 years since Caerleon's Amphitheatre was unearthed - Britain's only fully excavated Amphitheatre, and a place Romans would have enjoyed sports and entertainment.

Join us to find out about the excavations and the amazing archaeologist who did most of the work, Tessa Wheeler. 

Plus a chance to discover some objects of your own in our mini ‘Dig Pit!’

 

Information

16, 18 & 20–21 February 2026, 10:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 16:00
Cost Free
Suitability Families
Booking Drop in
Image of Tessa Wheeler
Mini Dig Pit
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Plan your visit

 Opening Hours

Winter Opening Hours — Until Sunday 8 February 2026

Monday 10 am–4 pm
Tuesday 10 am–4 pm
Wednesday 10 am–4 pm
Thursday 10 am–4 pm
Friday 10 am–4 pm
Saturday 10 am–4 pm
Sunday 10 am–4 pm

From Monday 9 February 2026

Monday 10 am–4 pm
Tuesday 10 am–4 pm
Wednesday 10 am–4 pm
Thursday 10 am–4 pm
Friday 10 am–4 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm

From Monday 16 February 2026

Monday 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm

 Location

Caerleon, Nr Newport
NP18 1AE

Map & How to Get Here

 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. 

 Location

 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.

Visiting 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.

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