
Roman and Iron Age Silchester
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The exhibition 'Roman and Iron Age Silchester' will occur on 8 October 2026 at the Verulamium Museum in St Albans. The museum will open its doors at 6:30pm, and the talk will start at 7pm, lasting approximately one hour, followed by a Q&A session.
The museum will be open from 6:30pm for your to explore. The talk will begin at 7pm for approximately an hour, followed by a Q+A. Please be aware that the car park outside the museum now requires a Pay and Display ticket in the evenings. Events , Adults Well known from the major excavations undertaken around the turn of the 19th and 20th century, this talk will discuss the recent excavations and ongoing research at Silchester, Hampshire, shedding exciting new light on its Iron Age origins, people and daily life through its 400 hundred year history. It served as the tribal capital of the Atrebates, and was Verulamium’s nearest urban neighbour to the south west. Join us to understand more and to help put Verulamium into its broader context. Special Offer: Mix and match 4 in-person tickets across our entire talks programme and get the 5th on free. (This is not a loyalty programme - all tickets must be purchased in one transaction.) Meet the Speaker Michael Gordon Fulford, CBE, FBA, FSA is a British archaeologist and academic, specialising in the British Iron Age, Roman Britain and landscape archaeology. He is Professor of Archaeology at the University of Reading: appointed to a personal Professorship in 1988 before being converted to an 'established chair' in 1993. You might also like 23 Nov Verulamium Museum Septimius Severus: The African Emperor Book Tickets Here 15 Dec Verulamium Museum io Saturnalia: Happy Christmas the Roman Way! Book Tickets Here 14 Sep Verulamium Museum Roman Britain in Twenty Towns This event has finished
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Frequently asked questions
Roman and Iron Age Silchester takes place on Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 19:00.
Roman and Iron Age Silchester is held at Verulamium Museum in St Albans (St Michael's Street, St Albans AL3 4SW).
The forecast for Roman and Iron Age Silchester is Clear · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Verulamium Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Roman and Iron Age Silchester can be booked via stalbansmuseums.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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The exhibition 'Roman and Iron Age Silchester' will occur on 8 October 2026 at the Verulamium Museum in St Albans. The museum will open its doors at 6:30pm, and the talk will start at 7pm, lasting approximately one hour, followed by a Q&A session.
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The museum will be open from 6:30pm for your to explore. The talk will begin at 7pm for approximately an hour, followed by a Q+A. Please be aware that the car park outside the museum now requires a Pay and Display ticket in the evenings. Events , Adults Well known from the major excavations undertaken around the turn of the 19th and 20th century, this talk will discuss the recent excavations and ongoing research at Silchester, Hampshire, shedding exciting new light on its Iron Age origins, people and daily life through its 400 hundred year history. It served as the tribal capital of the Atrebates, and was Verulamium’s nearest urban neighbour to the south west. Join us to understand more and to help put Verulamium into its broader context. Special Offer: Mix and match 4 in-person tickets across our entire talks programme and get the 5th on free. (This is not a loyalty programme - all tickets must be purchased in one transaction.) Meet the Speaker Michael Gordon Fulford, CBE, FBA, FSA is a British archaeologist and academic, specialising in the British Iron Age, Roman Britain and landscape archaeology. He is Professor of Archaeology at the University of Reading: appointed to a personal Professorship in 1988 before being converted to an 'established chair' in 1993. You might also like 23 Nov Verulamium Museum Septimius Severus: The African Emperor Book Tickets Here 15 Dec Verulamium Museum io Saturnalia: Happy Christmas the Roman Way! Book Tickets Here 14 Sep Verulamium Museum Roman Britain in Twenty Towns This event has finished
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Roman and Iron Age Silchester?
Roman and Iron Age Silchester takes place on Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Roman and Iron Age Silchester taking place?
Roman and Iron Age Silchester is held at Verulamium Museum in St Albans (St Michael's Street, St Albans AL3 4SW).
What will the weather be like at Roman and Iron Age Silchester?
The forecast for Roman and Iron Age Silchester is Clear · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Roman and Iron Age Silchester?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Verulamium Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Roman and Iron Age Silchester?
Tickets for Roman and Iron Age Silchester can be booked via stalbansmuseums.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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