Binchester Roman Fort

08/10/2026

25/09/2026

Why is the Binchester altar going to the Faith Museum?

We’ve been delighted to see how interested people are in our Fortuna Redux altar which is heading to Bishop Auckland’s Faith Museum.

But a few people have asked why it’s not being kept at Binchester? Great Question! Here, our fort manager and archaeology curator Dr John Castling gives a little explanation as to why the museum is a better place for it.

22/09/2026

History feels closer when you know someone's name

22/09/2026

One of our ancient altars, which celebrates a 1750-year-old homecoming by Roman architect Eltaominus has made its way back to and joined fellow Binchester objects at the Faith Museum.

See more here on the BBC website



BBC North East and Cumbria The Auckland Project

18/09/2026

31/08/2026

Well, what a great weekend we’ve had here at Binchester!

Thanks to everyone who took part and visited us.

We’re going for a rest tomorrow, but will be back to our opening Wednesday-Sunday from the 2nd September.

Our archaeology is still here waiting for you to be impressed!

We also do school visits, where children can learn all about the Romans and archaeology, for all age groups. If you are or know a teacher - point them our way!

31/08/2026

Come down to Binchester to catch our reenactors and archaeologists bringing the Roman world buried beneath our feet to life!

30/08/2026

Roman Commotion is into its second day

Raven the horse 🐎 has finished her pizza 🍕 and is ready to join our other reenactors and archaeologists in welcoming you to visit us!

06/08/2026

Binchester Roman Fort is now dog-friendly 🐕🐶🐾🏛️🏺

We’ve listened to visitor feedback and have reviewed the dog policy we inherited from Binchester’s previous operator.

And we’ve decided to trial welcoming well-behaved dogs (on short leads) to visit the outdoor parts and bathhouse structures of our site.

For full details see our website (aucklandproject.org/attraction/binchester) or email us via [email protected]

This photo 📷 is of Ebba, fort manager John’s collie, and she’s looking forward to exploring.

Comment below to tell us who you’re going to visit Binchester with!