The Roman Army Museum houses a unique collection of replicas and real artefacts (from Vindolanda's reserve collection) illustrating what life was like for the Roman soldiers stationed here on Rome's northern frontier.

The collection of replica Roman armour and weapons includes shields, swords, body armour, shoes and javelins. Also on display are replicas of two Roman standards, including an eagle standard, a Roman chariot, a Celtic chariot and a Roman wagon (reduced to ½ its full size). You can glimpse what life was like in the reconstructed barrack room and listen to Gaius tell you about his Roman storeroom. There are numerous other displays including information about the Emperor Hadrian and his life.

The museum also houses the unique Eagle's Eye film. The film takes you on a fabulous aerial journey from Magna, the Roman Fort next to the Roman Army Museum, to Roman Vindolanda, taking in fascinating points of interest along the way. Once you reach Vindolanda, the Roman world is reconstructed before your eyes as the eagle takes you back in time for your return journey to the Roman Army Museum. Film time: 18 minutes. View a short clip here (1.94MB).

Join the Roman Army Film - Centurion Quintus Petronius tells recruits about life in the Roman army. Everything from their amour and weapons to their pay and what they do in their spare time is explained in this fun and informative film.