Recent news reports of the only physical evidence of a Roman man having been bitten by a lion, found in a Roman cemetery in York, raise the prospect of an encounter in the Roman arena as seen in numerous film and TV representations of the ancient world. In this talk, we will review this latest evidence of a potential Gladiator cemetery alongside the extraordinary evidence from the other 81 people found in the excavations, 40 of whom had been decapitated and a number of whom displayed many unusual or distinctive characteristics. We will dive deep into the world of these…
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On 11 July 2025, the Yorkshire Museum will unveil Viking North, a stunning exhibition that brings the Viking Age in Northern England (866–1066) to life. This is one of the most significant collections of Viking artefacts ever displayed outside London, packed with rare finds and fresh insights into a transformative era. Viking North showcases a remarkable array of objects, many of which are in public view for the first time. The exhibition features the Yorkshire Museum’s renowned collection alongside the Vale of York hoard—a breathtaking cache of Viking silver, coins, and jewellery co-owned with the British Museum. Exclusive loans, including…
