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AFTER THE FIRE:HANDS-ON ARCHAEOLOGY
19th August 2026
Time: 11am – 3pm
Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB
Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort
Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk
Discover how a devastating fire around AD 300 has helped archaeologists uncover life at Arbeia. Learn how charred remains reveal diet, animal care & land use & try soil flotation to uncover clues from the past. A fun, interactive family activity exploring Roman life through real archaeological techniques. Free, no need to book, donations welcome.