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Home > Heritage > Gladiator combat at Corbridge

Gladiator combat at Corbridge

By Caroline King - August 22, 2011Posted in : Heritage

When: 28th & 29th August 2011, 11am – 5pm

Where: Corbridge Roman Town, Northumberland

£: Adults 6.50, concessions 5.50, children 4.50 and English Heritage members free.

What is it?

The stunning ruins of Corbridge Roman Town play host to a spectacular weekend of Gladiatorial combat and Roman military might.  Cheer on your champion as fully armoured Gladiators take on their opponents in this ancient sport.  Roman soldiers will also be put through their drill accompanied by a pair of mounted Roman cavalry troopers with a display of equestrian skills and weapons handling.  There’s also a chance for junior Romans to try a Gladiator and military drill under the watchful eye of the Lanista and Centurion.  There will also be demonstrations of burials and rituals!

More info: English Heritage

Tagged With: Corbridge Roman Town, English Heritage, Gladiators & Romans, North East, Northumberland events

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