
Heritage Talk - Roman Saturnalia
When
Thursday, 3 December 2026, 14:30 – 15:30
Burlington St, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1PR
Time
14:30 – 15:30
Price guide
Not listed — worth a quick ask
Join us for our FREE monthly Heritage Talk. This month’s talk is: ‘Roman Saturnalia’, by Jane Hill – Heritage & Community Officer This talk will look at the Roman winter festival, featuring public holidays, role-reversal, and widespread merrymaking. Saturnalia was characterized by gift-giving, gambling, feasts, and the suspension of normal social rules, including masters serving slaves. Its traditions strongly influenced modern Christmas customs.
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