Magna Climate Conference
Join us for the inaugural Magna Climate Conference, hosted at the Roman Army Museum and set against the backdrop of Magna Fort on Hadrian’s Wall. Thank you to our funders, the National Lottery Heritage Fund and lottery players for enabling this conference to happen.
This one-day conference explores the theme of climate change and its impact on archaeology—from the specific conditions at Magna Fort to the wider frontier landscape of Hadrian’s Wall and beyond.
As heritage sites across the world face increasing threats from climate disruption, the Vindolanda Trust is at the forefront of pioneering research, seeking to understand these changes and develop strategies to safeguard the past for future generations.
Throughout the day, we’ll hear from leading researchers and practitioners sharing fresh insights from environmental analysis of historic landscapes, to the challenges climate change poses to archaeological collections, and community and volunteer engagement in climate and heritage action.
Whether you’re a professional in the field, a student, a volunteer, or simply passionate about heritage and the environment, this conference offers a chance to connect, learn, and reflect.
As a delegate, you’ll experience the inspiring setting of Magna Fort, enjoy access to the award-winning Roman Army Museum, and engage in discussions that are shaping the future of heritage protection.
Let’s come together to preserve our past by protecting our future.
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Fees
Friends of Vindolanda – £20
General – £30
Online – free
What’s Included
Our programme of sessions runs from 9:30am to 5:30pm and all in-person delegates are invited to explore the Roman Army Museum during the day. If you are attending in person, the price includes museum entrance, attendance to all sessions, a conference pack, morning and afternoon tea and coffee and a vegan lunch.
For delegates attending online, you will be able to watch the livestreamed session and pose questions to our speakers.
Getting to the Venue
The Roman Army Museum is approx. 1 mile from the A69 via the B630 and B6318. For sat nav purposes use the postcode CA8 7JB.
If you are arriving by car, there is free parking available in the Roman Army Museum car park. There are two disabled blue badge holder spaces. If possible, please consider car sharing to reduce the impact of transport.
Bike racks are available. The main cycle route to the museum is via Cycle Route 72.
The nearest rail station is Haltwhistle Train Station, a 3 mile walk from the Roman Army Museum.
More information on public transport can be found here.
Accessibility
Below is a list of what we will offer online and in-person delegates.
All sessions will be captioned for online delegates.
Reserved seating for all sessions – signs will be placed at the end of aisles on the front row and in wheelchair accessible seating. Please let us know in advance when booking your place.
We welcome assistance dogs at our events – please read our assistance dog policy and let us know in advance when booking your place so we can ensure they are fully accommodated.
Our Code of Conduct, which was created to ensure our spaces are safe, welcoming and inclusive.
Useful access information is available here.
If you require further accommodations, someone to attend the event with you to provide support or have any questions about the above, please email sophiewestlake@vindolanda.com
Catering
A vegan lunch plus hot drinks will be provided during the Conference.
We will provide information about the museum in due course. Delegates with dietary requirements should provide details when booking their place.
Sustainability
We are committed to reducing our impact on the environment. Below is a non-exhaustive list of ways we are working to be environmentally sustainable at Magna Climate Conference 2025.
Catering
Lunch will be vegan.
Non-dairy alternatives are offered during coffee breaks.
Delegates are asked to bring their own reusable water bottles.
Drinking water will be provided to delegates throughout the event.
Printed materials and plastic
We will provide a digital programme and delegate list (apart from cases where delegates with access needs request these).
We print badges on sustainable paper. Lanyards are resuable and we will ask for these to be returned at the end of the conference.
We will not provide conference packs with printed material inside.
Signage is only printed when we are unable to offer digital signage.
Travel
We understand the limits of the location of the venue, but we are encouraging delegates and speakers to travel by public transport where possible.
We provide international and UK-based speakers the opportunity to join via Zoom.
Our hybrid approach to the Conference means more people can access the event without the need for travel.
Venue
The Vindolanda Trust holds a silver Green Tourism award. More information can be found here.
