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Roman Army Museum

National Museum & Exhibition · Northumberland, England · Carvoran, near Greenhead, CA8 7JB

Roman Army Museum is a national museum & exhibition in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £8 · Child £5 · Family £24
Official site: joint Saver ticket with Vindolanda (one visit to each, valid 12 months); online booking saves 10%. Child rate for ages 5-18 in full-time education; family = 2 adults + up to 3 children. Near Greenhead CA8 7JB (016977 47485). Standard prices are shown as an image, so the figures here are from listings.
Opening timesOpen 9.30am-5pm.
Best time to goAny day; pair with Vindolanda.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
Children 5-18 pay child price.
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
ParkingFree car park for museum visitors, with a picnic area.
FoodMuseum café (sandwiches, soup, cakes); outdoor seating in spring and summer.
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsHands-on museum about Roman soldiers next to Walltown Crags on Hadrian's Wall.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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