ClassicsFest | Satellite Lectures | Food and Drink on Hadrian’s Wall

Schedule

Tue May 12 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Lit & Phil | Newcastle Upon Tyne, EN

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Discover what Roman soldiers ate and drank along Hadrian’s Wall. With Alexandra Croom FSA, Senior Keeper of Archaeology & Curator
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Tuesday 12th May | 6pm

Food and Drink on Hadrian’s Wall

With Alexandra Croom FSA, Senior Keeper of Archaeology & Curator of Arbeia Roman Fort

Discover what Roman soldiers ate and drank along Hadrian’s Wall. This talk explores the available foods, where supplies came from, and the vessels used to store, cook and serve meals, offering insight into daily life on the empire’s northern frontier.

A LIVE Lit & Phil Event | FREE

(If you would prefer to book directly over the phone, please call the Library Desk team on 0191 232 0192 and they will be happy to help)

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The Lit & Phil, 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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