Description
Trimontium Roman fort site near Newstead lies just east of Melrose, the home of the NEW Trimontium Museum. Trimontium is of international importance as the largest Roman fort and settlement north of Hadrian’s Wall and the site of one of the largest concentrations of Roman military-related finds in the British Isles. The mystery of this great cache found in 117 pits and wells remains unexplained.
NEW museum in Melrose tells its story providing a modern window on the pivotal and turbulent history of this frontier post, which for much of its existence was the main forward base for the continued Roman invasion and occupation of Scotland.
If you are looking for Best Museums and Art Galleries in Melrose , Scottish Borders then you can visit Trimontium Heritage Centre. Trimontium Heritage Centre is one of the places in Melrose Scottish Borders for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
On Site Parking
On Site Cafe
Trimontium Museum
Welcome to the museum, which tells the story of the Romans in the Scottish Borders and their relationship with the local population.
Fort Site
The fort site is easily accessible year round by a traffic free walking route. Access from the west through Newstead village or from the east off the A68 layby by the Leaderfoot viaduct.
Trimontium Walks
They run a series of walks from April to October from our Museum in Melrose to the fort site of Trimontium, near Newstead. We also run a guided Melrose town walk that explores this fascinating historic town nestling in the Borders landscape.
Learning & Education
The trust has a history of providing engaging and curriculum relevant education & learning opportunities. As we return to museum and school activities we are keen to adapt and tailor our learning opportunities to match with the demands of schools and students. Activities can centred around a visit the fort site at Newstead and the museum site in Melrose. Museum staff can visit your school with artefacts, images & film resources while teachers can either work with museum staff and volunteers or in an independent, self guided approach using our free resources.
9.06 miles
