A contingent from the Butser IX Roman Legion will be in residence around the Roman Villa at Butser Ancient Farm with demonstrations, roman cooking, crafts, games and more. Discover living history and combat reenactments and find out what life would have been like in Roman Britain as you explore our open air site.
Find out what life would have been like in the Roman Army - do you have what it takes to join the legion?
See our Roman Villa brought to life with demonstrations of daily life from cooking to board games.
Get hands-on and learn an ancient skill like spinning or carving chalk as you explore our open air site.
Activities free with your admission
Normal entrance prices apply
| Season (25 July 2026 - 26 July 2026) | ||
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| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (30 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Sunday - Monday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (17 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (31 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026) | ||
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| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
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