Roman Buxton
Roman Buxton
Workshop Overview
In this immersive and interactive puppetry and storytelling performance you will meet and work with characters from Roman Britain. It is the 2nd century in the Peak District and our Roman soldier is about to retire from the 3rd Cohort Bracara Augusta. He is planning to use his savings go in to business with his best friend, a local Corieltavi tribe member and popular local jeweller. But they’ve lost their hoard, and need help with some ‘get rich quick’ ideas to raise money fast. Perhaps a pottery repair studio, jewellery design shop, or a spot of gambling with knucklebones? Can you help them?
To book call 01298 214577
or email Learn@buxtoncrescenttrust.org
History
British history - (Roman Britain / iron age to Anglo Saxons) / local history – extended period study (hoards and burials) Archaeology
Maths
Comparing numbers - measuring and comparing data. Measuring / Sorting and Counting Currency
Literacy
Spoken language - use spoken language to develop understanding through speculating, hypothesising, imagining and exploring ideas / participate in discussions, presentations, performances and debates. Writing - Identifying the audience for and purpose of the writing, selecting the appropriate form and using other similar writing as models for their own / noting and developing initial ideas, drawing on reading and research where necessary
Practical information
Below are important documents to help you plan your visit. On confirming a booking with us we will email out copies of the below documents along with further information about each activity. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
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Our suggested themed itinerary
Why not make a full day of your visit to Buxton by combining up to 3 different workshops visiting multiple venues to suit your requirements and learning outcomes.
Drop off at Buxton Museum and Art Gallery, Terrace Road. Welcome and safety briefing.
Learn a story of Roman visitors to Buxton, with the Fabula Aquae puppet performance and workshop. Can you help our auxilliary soldier save enough denarii for retirement?
Fast forward nearly 2000 years to 20th Century Buxton, where people are still visiting the special wells to take the pure clean spring waters. A lot has changed over time…or has it?
Travel via coach (or on foot if you’re not too hungry!) to Poole’s Cavern and Country Park to take lunch and prepare for the afternoon’s excitement!
Contact us
Please complete the form below if you have an enquiry. We'll reply as soon as possible, usually no more than 48 hours after receipt. If you'd prefer to email or call direct please contact us on hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org or 07929 316270
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