Gladiatorial combat!

The Vicus is an historical re-enactment society that portrays the Roman invasion of Britain in the 1st century AD, from the initial invasion of Claudius in 43 AD, though the revolt of Boudicca in 60-61 AD to the final battle against Roman rule at Mons Graupius in Scotland in 84 AD. Visit the the Vicus trading post and military camp to learn about including crafts, leather working, wood working, Roman painting, writing, the Roman army and more! Check out the Arena to witness gladiatorial combat and to watch projectile weapons displays including pilum, javelin, and archery.