Head to the Lunt Roman Fort in Baginton this Summer Holidays for Roman History Explorers, and don't miss the Lunt Roman Festival 2026 — the biggest event of the fort's year!

What's on at Lunt Roman Fort | Baginton, Warwickshire

Roman History Explorers at Lunt Roman Fort

• Dates: 
  • Monday 27th - Wednesday 29th July
  • Monday 3rd - Wednesday 5th August
  • Monday 17th - Wednesday 19th August
  • Monday 24th - Wednesday 26th August
• Times: 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm
• Location: Lunt Roman Fort, Coventry Road, Baginton, Warwickshire, CV8 3AJ
• Recommended for: All ages
• Price: Adults £5.50 | Concessions (child, carer, student, Go CV+ card holder) £4.50 | Under 4s free
• Booking: Book now at bookings.cvlife.co.uk

Step back in time to 1st-century Britain with the fort's Family Summer Holiday Programme, bringing history alive with crafts, games, storytelling and real Roman soldier drills in the fort's gyrus. Don't miss the daily "Meet the Centurion" mini show, where children can learn real Roman commands and discover what life was like for soldiers stationed in Roman Britain — complete the challenges and earn an official Roman Recruit Certificate before leaving the fort.

You will also be able to explore this unique reconstructed fort – climb the Eastern gateway, explore the granary building and discover the only known Gyrus inside a Roman fort!

Find out more and book your tickets at luntromanfort.org

Lunt Roman Festival 2026

• Dates: Saturday 8th - Sunday 9th August 2026
• Times: 10am - 4pm
• Location: Lunt Roman Fort, Coventry Road, Baginton, Warwickshire, CV8 3AJ
• Recommended for: All ages
• Price: Adults £14 | Concessions (carer, student, Go CV card holder) £8 | Child £8 | Under 4s free
• Booking: Book now at bookings.cvlife.co.uk

The biggest event of the year returns for 2026! Witness spectacular combat displays from the mighty warriors of Britannia, and cheer on the gladiators of The Vicus as they dazzle in the arena. Soak up the atmosphere of the vibrant Living History Village, and pick up an authentic souvenir from the bustling Roman Marketplace.

New for 2026, visitors can enjoy spectacular birds of prey displays from Raphael Historic Falconry, with the chance to meet some of the magnificent birds up close and grab a memorable photo. Test your aim at the Archery Stand, delivered by the fort's own learning team, and little Romans can take to the field for the hugely popular Family Battle.

Open-ended play spaces will be set up with the popular Palace of Sanctuary, geared towards younger audiences or those seeking some sensory input to break away from the gladiatorial action. Food vendors will be on site across the weekend, including Slice N Easy serving XL New York–inspired pizza by the slice — or bring a picnic and make the most of a summer day out at this local outdoor landmark.

Find out more and book your tickets at luntromanfort.org

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fort open all year round?

Lunt Roman Fort is open to the public for selected days across the year. Click here for details of their events.

Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, booking in advance online is recommended to guarantee your place, especially for the Lunt Roman Festival which is the fort's busiest event of the year.

Is the fort suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs?
The Lunt is accessible to visitors with disabilities and pushchairs. There are pathways throughout the site, ramped access to the museum and adapted toilet facilities. The site is uneven in places - contact the fort directly if you have specific accessibility questions.

Can we bring our own food?
Yes, visitors are welcome to bring a picnic. Food is not sold on site, except when advertised. Food vendors will be on site during the Lunt Roman Festival.

Are there toilets on site? 

There are toilets on site including an adapted toilet. Please note there is no baby change.

Are dogs allowed on site?

Only assistance dogs are allowed at Lunt Roman Festival.