The Backworth Hoard

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A stash of mystery Roman treasure that was unearthed in Backworth, North Tyneside nearly 200 years ago is to return to the North East for the very first time. The Backworth Hoard will be on display at Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend, on loan from the British Museum from 24 May - 15 September 2013 as part of the British Museum Spotlight loans and tours programme.

The Backworth Hoard
A stash of mystery Roman treasure that was unearthed in Backworth, North Tyneside nearly 200 years ago is to return to the North East for the very first time. The Backworth Hoard will be on display at Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend, on loan from the British Museum from 24 May – 15 September 2013 as part of the British Museum Spotlight loans and tours programme.

11:49am 22 May 2013

Is anyone planning to walk Hadrian's Wall soon? Let us know and we'll give you a shout out! Would love to see any photos too

2:46pm 14 May 2013

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