Lunt Roman Fort

Head to the Lunt Roman Fort in Baginton this October Half Term for some amazing family friendly events!

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

October Half Term at Lunt Roman Fort

• Ready, Aim, Shoot!

  • Monday 26 - Wednesday 28 October 2026

  • 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm

  • For ages 5-12, but all are welcome

• Roman Ghost Adventure:

  • Monday 26 - Wednesday 28 October 2026

  • 4.30pm - 6pm

  • For ages 6-10 with accompanying adults.

• Location: Lunt Roman Fort, Coventry Road, Baginton, Warwickshire, CV8 3AJ

• 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

Ready, Aim, Shoot!

Join us back in the first century to explore the Lunt Roman Fort, at the crossroads of Roman Britain.

Come and meet the people who lived and worked at the fort, and helped to shape the course of British history for nearly four centuries.

Learn how to fight like the sagittarii - Rome’s famed archers. Our qualified instructors will show you how to get ready, aim, and shoot just like some of the most fearsome warriors the empire had. Complete our archery challenge, and earn your training certificate!

Explore this unique site, climb the imposing gate, and discover the history of the Roman Midlands in the granary. Maybe you’ll be the one to uncover the mystery of the fort’s gyrus - the only one of its kind found in the empire!

Find out more and book your tickets at luntromanfort.org

Roman Ghost Adventure

Step into the spooky side of Roman Britain on this unforgettable family adventure, specially created for children aged 6–10 and their grown-ups.

Your experience begins with a fascinating guided walking tour of historic Baginton, led by the expert storytellers from Dark History UK. Discover the legends, ghostly tales and hidden history surrounding the village before making your way back to the atmospheric Lunt Roman Fort.

Once inside the fort, young explorers will take part in a series of fun, interactive activities inspired by life—and death—in Roman Britain. Meet the Friendly Ghost of the Granary, search for mysterious Roman spirits, uncover gruesome Roman facts, learn about bizarre ancient medicines and strange cures, and put your detective skills to the test by solving a mini Roman crime mystery.

Designed to spark imaginations through storytelling, exploration and hands-on participation, this 90-minute experience creates a delightfully spooky atmosphere without being frightening. It's the perfect way for families to discover local history together this Halloween season.

Suitable for children aged 6–10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Advance booking is essential.

Book now at bookings.cvlife.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lunt Roman 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.