Advertorial blog for Experience Wakefield
Castleford will be transformed back in time to celebrate its heritage with its popular Roman Festival on Saturday 10 June 10am-4pm. Visitors can discover the history beneath the streets of Castleford and take part in non-stop family friendly activities!
Here are just some of the free activities that families will love…
Street theatre performances
New for 2023, the festival will feature a bespoke street theatre performance exploring Roman life in Castleford. With three performances throughout the day, children will love this this highly interactive performance before getting a chance to meet the characters after the show. All performances will be BSL interpreted.
Roman-themed market
This year’s event promises the return of its popular roman-themed market. Witness demonstrations and explore the stalls including carpentry, textiles and pottery.
Pavement street art
Pavement street art will come to life in real time, with a roman themed motif in a mosaic style. Visitors are invited to join in with decorating the giant floor art mosaic throughout the day!
Archaeological dig activity
Ever wondered what it would be like to be an archaeologist, well now’s your chance to try a new skill. Pontefract’s Young Archaeologist Club will be constructing an archaeological dig activity – get digging and see what treasures lie beneath the streets of Castleford!
Take a Roman tour
For those interested in learning more about the town’s Roman heritage, join the on-site centurion for a guided tour around the key historical points of Castleford. You will leave bursting with historical facts and a new sense of civic pride.
Object Handling
Get hands on with the past and discover real Roman artefacts. This is a special opportunity to see a range of authentic Roman objects up close and touch and handle them.
Activities in the Library and Museum
Head to Castleford Library and Museum for craft activities and the Roman photobooth. Get your hair styled in the Roman way, challenge yourself with our Roman quiz, and make your own jazzy jewellery to take away!
And more!
There will also be face painting at Carlton Lanes, craft activities at the indoor market and lots more family fun throughout the day. Head to expwake.co/romanfest for more information.
