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Secrets from the stores

In this first of a two-part blog entry, James Harris, our Collections Engagement Officer, presents a fabulous selection of artefacts recently donated to Corinium Museum by two metal detectorists from Fairford. They were found across various locations in the Cotswolds and date from the late prehistoric period through to the post medieval, spanning at least 2500 years.

Cirencester’s Amphitheatre

The amphitheatre in Cirencester is the second biggest in Britain after the one found in London, it dates as far back as the early 2nd Century, and could have held the entire population of Corinium at its height, around 8,000 people.

Ancient Roman Swords Unearthed in the Cotswolds

A rare and important find has been unearthed in the Cotswold District. Two Roman cavalry swords along with remnants of their wooden scabbards and fitments were discovered by Glenn Manning during a metal detectorist rally in the north of the Cotswolds. There was also a broken copper alloy bowl discovered with the weaponry.

Alice Westmacott Roman Society Placement

I was really lucky in having the opportunity to come to the Corinium Museum for two weeks as a placement with the Roman Society, where I was able to gain valuable experience working in a museum environment and with public engagement.

The Importance of Museum Education

The Corinium Museum welcomes people from all over the world to discover its galleries. I too have been fortunate enough to be welcomed here on a university placement over the last few weeks. Blog post by Alexandra Davies from the University of the West of England.