Event:Festival of Archaeology Summer Roadshow

National Waterfront Museum

We are celebrating the Museum's exciting new display of the Ann Francis treasure hoard.

Meet local detectorists who will share stories and present their own finds from coastal areas. 

Plus kids make and take Time Capsule activities, live music and more                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Family Friendly Finds Identification Sessions with PAS Cymru.

Ever found an interesting artefact on the beach or a mysterious archaeological object in your garden and wondered what is. Now’s your chance to find out! The team from the Portable Antiquities Scheme will be here to look at your archaeological finds, such as pottery, glass, and metal objects, and help identify them.

All ages welcome, no need to book, but please bear in mind that if it’s busy on the day, you may need to wait. Drop-in 10am - 12pm and 1pm - 3pm.

Information

1 August 2026, 11am - 4pm
Cost Free
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 Accessibility

Here you can find information about accessibility throughout the Museum including parking, wheelchair access, lifts, baby changing facilities, assistance dogs, Braille resources, and induction loops.

Access Guide

 Parking

The National Waterfront Museum does not have a dedicated car park.

However, there are several pay and display car parks situated just a short walk from the Museum. You can find more information on car parking facilities here

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.

 Eat, Drink, Shop

  • Our café is open, but providing a limited offer. 
  • 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 benches around the marina outside which make for a nice spot. 

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