Molehill Survey – Finds Action Day
2023-05-27 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
https://epiacumheritage.org/blog/post/molehill-survey-finds-action-day/

Festival of Archaeology
2024-07-25 00:00 - 2024-07-26 23:59 | Epiacum Roman Fort, Epiacum Roman Fort, Kirkhaugh, Northumberland, CA9 3BG, United Kingdom
Epiacum Heritage is pleased to be able to contribute to the nationwide “Festival of Archaeology” event. We have two days of activity planned on site at the Roman fort of Epiacum.

Please see the attached flyer for details.

Trustees and volunteers will be available to share our recent progress plus offer guided walks and activities across the two days. Why not pop in and say hello?

If you’re at all able to, please come and be part of our event. We will be sharing an update here for those that are unable to attend .

Epiacum Rocks
2024-08-20 17:00 - 21:00
Ian Jackson works for the British Geological Survey as a Field Geologist.He is the author of ‘Northumberland, Cumbria and Durham Rocks’The event will consist of a geological walk around Epiacum, followed by an illustrated talk about the geological profile of the area, its natural resources and their exploitation through history.

Please book a place in advance

Epi-sheep has arrived!
2024-09-01 08:00 - 17:00
Epiacum Heritage and the Nook Farm Shop and Café are pleased to host one of the Illuminated Sheep from the Hadrian’s Wall Arts Trail 2024 which returns to Northumberland as the now famous flock form a new Art Trail from the East to West of Hadrian’s Wall.

Medieval Banquet
2024-10-18 19:30 - 23:59
The year is 1560 in the late Medieval era and life in the South Tyne Valley is hard! With cross border turmoil and ongoing disputes between “the clans” , our Medieval Banquet is an opportunity to settle differences , to uncover enemies in our midst, to celebrate a hard-won harvest – and most importantly, pay the Michaelmas land rent to the visiting Lady of the Manor!

Come and join us at Alston Town Hall for an evening of mirth and merriment in the presence of your local neighbours, music-makers and the “Lady of the Manor” herself!

Tickets include a welcome drink and 3 course meal (please let us know if you have allergens or require the Veggie option).

Of course, you can add to the hilarity by dressing up and getting into the medieval spirit of things.

There will be a raffle and fundraising games (all optional) and a bar, run by our Friends at The Hive at Nenthead.

Please see the attached poster for details of how to book!

We expect tickets to sell well so please don’t miss out!

Recent Discoveries at Carlisle Cricket Club
2025-08-28 07:00 - 21:00
We’ve got something special coming up for history lovers!

On Thursday 28 August, we’re welcoming Frank Giecco – the Archaeological Director behind Uncovering Roman Carlisle – to share the latest finds from the incredible excavation of the Roman bathhouse in Carlisle. This is a rare chance to hear the inside story from the person leading the dig!

It’s happening at The Nook Farm Shop & Café in Alston, starting at 7pm. We’re asking for a suggested donation of £5 to support our work, and booking ahead is recommended as spaces are limited.

If you’d like to join us, drop us an email at info@epiacumheritage.org or call 07921 858 126.

We can’t wait to see some of you there!

Epiacum, Corbridge and Carlisle
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:00
!! Please note this event is now fully booked !!

Thursday 25 September, 7:00pm

The Nook Farm Shop and Café, Castle Nook, Alston CA9 3BG

Suggested donation: £5 per person

We’re delighted to announce the next talk in our events series, where Epiacum Heritage volunteer Damian Rudge will guide us through the latest discoveries and research at three remarkable Roman sites:

Epiacum – our own unique upland fort and its role in the frontier landscape.

Corbridge – an important supply base and civilian settlement.

Carlisle – the focus of ongoing community archaeology revealing a high-status Roman building.

This promises to be a fascinating evening exploring how these sites connect and what they can tell us about life on the edge of the Roman Empire.

✨ Why join us?

Hear an accessible update on cutting-edge archaeological work.

Discover how research across the region helps us understand Epiacum’s story.

Support Epiacum Heritage with your presence and donation.

To book your place, please email info@epiacumheritage.org or call 07921 858 126.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Upcoming Talk - 'Whitley Castle: The Dig'
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00
We’re delighted to announce the final talk of 2025 in our series at The Nook, where Alastair Robertson will guide us through one of the most intriguing chapters in the story of Whitley Castle (Epiacum).

Between 1957 and 1959, a small team undertook an excavation at the Roman fort. This is a rare opportunity to hear the untold story of that excavation, learn what was recorded, what was lost, and what remains to be rediscovered.

7:00pm — Thursday 30th October 2025

The Nook Farm Shop & Café, Alston, CA9 3BG

Suggested donation: £5 per person

To book, please email info@epiacumheritage.org or call 07921 858 126.

This promises to be a fascinating evening for anyone with an interest in our local heritage, or the history of Alston Moor.
