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Bath Chronicle
|May 29, 2025
Families are invited to step into the past, get creative, and explore the world of art and archaeology this May half-term at two of Bath's cultural attractions The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery.
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At the Roman Baths
This half-term, journey back to Roman Britain with interactive trails, crafty workshops, and the chance to meet characters from the past.
Highlights include:
Archaeology Adventures
May 27-30
Budding archaeologists can dig for replica Roman artefacts in a specially designed excavation trench.
This hands-on activity takes place in the Investigation Zone, giving young explorers the chance to uncover the secrets of Roman life.
Tickets £6 per child (plus standard entry to The Roman Baths); pre-booking highly recommended.
Meet the Romans
Encounter costumed characters and learn what life was like for the people of Aquae Sulis.
Follow Luna's Trail
This story is from the May 29, 2025 edition of Bath Chronicle.
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