Discover life in the Roman army with the Butser IX Legion!
Dads and father figures go free! Get hands-on with the past this Father’s Day and meet the Romans of the IX Legion. Find out how the army lived and fought in Britain with living history demonstrations and combat displays, and test your mettle with a spear-throwing activity!
Free with your admission!*
Normal entrance prices apply - Dads go free!
Do you have what it takes to be a Roman soldier? Find out this weekend as the Butser IX Legion brings our Roman villa to life with living history demonstrations, combat displays, and more! Discover Roman daily life from cooking to board games, and get hands-on and learn an ancient skill as you explore our site.
About this event
Saturday 14th June, 10am to 4pm (last entry 2:30pm)
Sunday 15th June, 10am to 4pm (last entry 2:30pm)Meet the Romans as they take over our villa and bring the past to life
See combat displays, try on armour, and have a go with a spear-throwing activity!
Free entry for dads and father figures all weekend
Normal entrance prices apply — annual passholders go free!
*There may be an additional small charge for the have-a-go spear-throwing activity; please bring cash if you’d like to join in.
FAQs
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Please note our historic buildings feature open fires. Air quality is generally good but we can’t guarantee a lack of smoke.
For more information about accessibility at Butser, please see here →
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Please feel free to bring your dogs with you! We just ask that they are kept on leads at all times, and that you clean up after them.
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You’re very welcome to bring your own food and drink to Butser! We also have snacks and hot and cold drinks available in our shop, as well as sandwiches and cakes (school holidays only).