Events in Windrush, Gloucestershire

Explore Chedworth Roman Villa with Dr Martin Papworth

On Saturday, 25 July, during the Festival of Archaeology, Dr Martin Papworth will lead free guided tours of Chedworth Roman Villa and share the discoveries he has made through years of research and excavation. You will hear how his work has deepened our understanding of Chedworth's past, including his dating of Britain's only known mosaic from the fifth century. This discovery is transforming what we know about the final years of Roman Britain. Dr Papworth will also explore the wider story behind other significant finds such as a fragment of glass from an ancient perfume bottle, rare marble that only the most influential in the Empire could access, remains of internationally significant wall paintings in the cold plunge pool, and the oldest known plan of Chedworth, which is revealing details we may have overlooked for more than a century and a half. Tours take place at 11:30, 13:30 and 15:00. Capacity 25 people per tour. Normal admission charges apply, with free entry for National Trust members. No pre-booking. Ask for a token at the Welcome desk on arrival.

Sat 25 Jul12:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Workshops & Classes

Around £65.00

Wire Flower & Leaf Stems Workshop

Join guest tutor Laura Milne for a fun Wire Art workshop to make a beautiful display of Flower & Leaf Stems to display in a vase or bottle. See full event information below.

Sun 26 JulLechlade Craft Barn(8.4mi)

via Lechlade Craft BarnLocal gem

Community

teak sale - harry arnold

Kingham Village Hall hasn't given us the full script, but teak sale - harry arnold has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sun 26 Jul08:00Kingham Village Hall(8mi)

via Kingham Village Hall

Community

Kingham - All-Age Service

A service for all ages with songs and hymns. Children are always welcome and in this service especially we encourage lively participation.

Sun 26 Jul10:30All Saints Church(8.8mi)

via All Saints Church

Community

Burford

Cotswold Electric Bike Tours is putting on Burford and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Cotswold Electric Bike Tours(8.1mi)

via Cotswold Electric Bike Tours

Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Festival of Archaeology at Chedworth Roman Villa

Join us this summer as we bring archaeology to life with the Festival of Archaeology. Across two weeks, discover Roman life and the history of the site through a changing programme of archaeological activities, demonstrations, and living history characters. What you might discover: * Roman Cooking & Bread Making – See how food was prepared in the Roman world and explore ancient ingredients and techniques. 18th/19th/24th/30th/1st * Corn Grinding – Try your hand at processing grain the Roman way. 18th/19th/24th/30th/1st * Natural Wool Dyeing – Learn how colour was created using plants and natural materials. 21st/22nd * Living History Crafts & Archaeology – Meet skilled craftspeople and explore how we uncover the past. 18th/19th * Grand Dining Room Cleaning – Conservation in action. See how we care for and conserve this important space. * The Lost Voices of Chedworth – Discover stories from the past through engaging talks and interpretation. 23rd/29th Special event: Saturday 25 July – Join archaeologist Dr Martin Papworth for a special guided tours, sharing expert insights into the history and discoveries of the site. Meet characters from the past: * Dr Quintus – A knowledgeable Roman Doctor explains how the Romans used nature in medicine. 20th/26th/31st * Flora, Roman Botanist – Discover the plants Romans used for food and daily life. * James Farrer, Victorian Antiquarian – Step into the 19th century and learn about early discoveries at the site. 23rd/28th/29th

Sun 26 Jul11:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Community

Dr Quintus: Medicine in Roman Britain

Join Dr Quintus at Chedworth Roman Villa as part of the Festival of Archaeology to learn how medicine worked in Roman times. Using examples from the natural world, he will explain how plants and simple ingredients were used to treat common problems. Find out which herbs were used for pain relief, how wounds were cared for, and what people believed caused illness. Dr Quintus will also explore the balance between practical treatments and traditional beliefs, showing how Roman doctors combined observation with established knowledge. This is a practical look at how people understood health and illness, and the role nature played in everyday life. Discover how these approaches fitted into daily life in Roman Britain, and how some ideas about natural remedies have continued through to the present day.

Sun 26 Jul12:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Community

Meet Flora: Plants, Grains and Daily Life

Discover the plants that shaped everyday life in Roman Britain at Chedworth Roman Villa. Drawing on evidence from the site, Flora will explain the grain samples found here, what they were used for, and what they tell us about diet and farming. Learn about the different crops grown by the Romans, how they were processed, and their importance in cooking and daily life. Flora will also explore the wider role of plants at the villa, looking in detail at the many ways they could be used; from food and medicine to practical and everyday purposes. Visitors can take part by picking up a spotter sheet and exploring the site to identify plants and features for themselves, making connections between the landscape today and its use in the past.

Sun 26 Jul12:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Community

Total Adventure Beacon 2026

27/07/2026 - 31/07/2026 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Adventure Plus Adventure Plus, Main Street Clanfield

Mon 27 Jul10:00Adventure Plus(8.7mi)

via Adventure Plus

Community

Total Adventure Beacon 2026 Volunteer

27/07/2026 - 31/07/2026 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Adventure Plus Adventure Plus, Main Street Clanfield

Mon 27 Jul10:00Adventure Plus(8.7mi)

via Adventure Plus

Community

Burford

Cotswold Electric Bike Tours is being delightfully mysterious about Burford. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Mon 27 Jul11:00Cotswold Electric Bike Tours(8.1mi)

via Cotswold Electric Bike Tours

Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Festival of Archaeology at Chedworth Roman Villa

Join us this summer as we bring archaeology to life with the Festival of Archaeology. Across two weeks, discover Roman life and the history of the site through a changing programme of archaeological activities, demonstrations, and living history characters. What you might discover: * Roman Cooking & Bread Making – See how food was prepared in the Roman world and explore ancient ingredients and techniques. 18th/19th/24th/30th/1st * Corn Grinding – Try your hand at processing grain the Roman way. 18th/19th/24th/30th/1st * Natural Wool Dyeing – Learn how colour was created using plants and natural materials. 21st/22nd * Living History Crafts & Archaeology – Meet skilled craftspeople and explore how we uncover the past. 18th/19th * Grand Dining Room Cleaning – Conservation in action. See how we care for and conserve this important space. * The Lost Voices of Chedworth – Discover stories from the past through engaging talks and interpretation. 23rd/29th Special event: Saturday 25 July – Join archaeologist Dr Martin Papworth for a special guided tours, sharing expert insights into the history and discoveries of the site. Meet characters from the past: * Dr Quintus – A knowledgeable Roman Doctor explains how the Romans used nature in medicine. 20th/26th/31st * Flora, Roman Botanist – Discover the plants Romans used for food and daily life. * James Farrer, Victorian Antiquarian – Step into the 19th century and learn about early discoveries at the site. 23rd/28th/29th

Mon 27 Jul11:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

History & Heritage

Free Tour Mondays at Chedworth Roman Villa

From March to October 2026, we will be offering free guided tours of the Villa every Monday. Join our tour guides and discover why the Villa was built here, who may have owned it, and how such a grand way of life was sustained. Hear about how the Villa was discovered and what recent excavations have revealed about life at Chedworth. Tours last approximately one hour and take place on the hour, every hour from 11am until 2pm (the last tour finishes at 3pm). On Bank Holiday Mondays, we'll be offering specialist 'Recent Discoveries' tours. Please ask for a free tour token when you arrive. Subject to volunteer availability. Maximum group size: 20 per tour No pre-booking – normal admission fees apply.

Mon 27 Jul12:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Community

Dr Quintus: Medicine in Roman Britain

Join Dr Quintus at Chedworth Roman Villa as part of the Festival of Archaeology to learn how medicine worked in Roman times. Using examples from the natural world, he will explain how plants and simple ingredients were used to treat common problems. Find out which herbs were used for pain relief, how wounds were cared for, and what people believed caused illness. Dr Quintus will also explore the balance between practical treatments and traditional beliefs, showing how Roman doctors combined observation with established knowledge. This is a practical look at how people understood health and illness, and the role nature played in everyday life. Discover how these approaches fitted into daily life in Roman Britain, and how some ideas about natural remedies have continued through to the present day.

Mon 27 Jul12:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Community

Meet Flora: Plants, Grains and Daily Life

Discover the plants that shaped everyday life in Roman Britain at Chedworth Roman Villa. Drawing on evidence from the site, Flora will explain the grain samples found here, what they were used for, and what they tell us about diet and farming. Learn about the different crops grown by the Romans, how they were processed, and their importance in cooking and daily life. Flora will also explore the wider role of plants at the villa, looking in detail at the many ways they could be used; from food and medicine to practical and everyday purposes. Visitors can take part by picking up a spotter sheet and exploring the site to identify plants and features for themselves, making connections between the landscape today and its use in the past.

Mon 27 Jul12:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

Community

Kingham

Kingham at Cotswold Electric Bike Tours. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Tue 28 Jul10:00Cotswold Electric Bike Tours(8.1mi)

via Cotswold Electric Bike Tours

Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Festival of Archaeology at Chedworth Roman Villa

Join us this summer as we bring archaeology to life with the Festival of Archaeology. Across two weeks, discover Roman life and the history of the site through a changing programme of archaeological activities, demonstrations, and living history characters. What you might discover: * Roman Cooking & Bread Making – See how food was prepared in the Roman world and explore ancient ingredients and techniques. 18th/19th/24th/30th/1st * Corn Grinding – Try your hand at processing grain the Roman way. 18th/19th/24th/30th/1st * Natural Wool Dyeing – Learn how colour was created using plants and natural materials. 21st/22nd * Living History Crafts & Archaeology – Meet skilled craftspeople and explore how we uncover the past. 18th/19th * Grand Dining Room Cleaning – Conservation in action. See how we care for and conserve this important space. * The Lost Voices of Chedworth – Discover stories from the past through engaging talks and interpretation. 23rd/29th Special event: Saturday 25 July – Join archaeologist Dr Martin Papworth for a special guided tours, sharing expert insights into the history and discoveries of the site. Meet characters from the past: * Dr Quintus – A knowledgeable Roman Doctor explains how the Romans used nature in medicine. 20th/26th/31st * Flora, Roman Botanist – Discover the plants Romans used for food and daily life. * James Farrer, Victorian Antiquarian – Step into the 19th century and learn about early discoveries at the site. 23rd/28th/29th

Tue 28 Jul11:00Chedworth Roman Villa(8.7mi)

via Chedworth Roman Villa

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