Trimontium Trust & Museum
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A unique museum dedicated to Roman & Iron Age Scotland.
🌟Thistle Awards Winner
Melrose, Scottish Borders
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🌟Thistle Awards Winner
Melrose, Scottish Borders
🔗https://linktr.ee/trimontiumtrust
10 Nov 1925 celebrated actor #RichardBurton was born. During his career, Burton played a #Roman several times, most notably as #MarkAntony in the 1963 film, #Cleopatra . During the filming, he began an affair with the leading actress, Elizabeth Taylor, who later became his wife. Twice!
November 11, 2025 at 9:50 AM
10 Nov 1925 celebrated actor #RichardBurton was born. During his career, Burton played a #Roman several times, most notably as #MarkAntony in the 1963 film, #Cleopatra . During the filming, he began an affair with the leading actress, Elizabeth Taylor, who later became his wife. Twice!
Felicitas was the #Roman Goddess of good luck & fortune & of peace and prosperity. Unlike Fortuna, who could bring both good and bad luck, Felicitas was always positive. Her name is from the Latin word felix, meaning fruitful, blessed, happy, lucky". She often appeared on coins.
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Felicitas was the #Roman Goddess of good luck & fortune & of peace and prosperity. Unlike Fortuna, who could bring both good and bad luck, Felicitas was always positive. Her name is from the Latin word felix, meaning fruitful, blessed, happy, lucky". She often appeared on coins.
Departed Comrade! Thou redeemed from pain
Shall sleep the sleep that kings desire in vain…..
Tears for the mourners who are left behind
Peace everlasting for the quiet dead.
Lucretius (Ancient #Roman Poet) #RemembranceDay2025
Shall sleep the sleep that kings desire in vain…..
Tears for the mourners who are left behind
Peace everlasting for the quiet dead.
Lucretius (Ancient #Roman Poet) #RemembranceDay2025
November 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Departed Comrade! Thou redeemed from pain
Shall sleep the sleep that kings desire in vain…..
Tears for the mourners who are left behind
Peace everlasting for the quiet dead.
Lucretius (Ancient #Roman Poet) #RemembranceDay2025
Shall sleep the sleep that kings desire in vain…..
Tears for the mourners who are left behind
Peace everlasting for the quiet dead.
Lucretius (Ancient #Roman Poet) #RemembranceDay2025
For this #SundayintheBorders why not take a walk in the footsteps of #Romans & explore one of several walks passing close to #Trimontium Fort site as detailed in Paths Around #Melrose, available from the museum.
Trimontium Fort site
Old bridge near #Leaderfoot
Leaderfoot Viaduct
Trimontium Fort site
Old bridge near #Leaderfoot
Leaderfoot Viaduct
November 9, 2025 at 9:30 AM
For this #SundayintheBorders why not take a walk in the footsteps of #Romans & explore one of several walks passing close to #Trimontium Fort site as detailed in Paths Around #Melrose, available from the museum.
Trimontium Fort site
Old bridge near #Leaderfoot
Leaderfoot Viaduct
Trimontium Fort site
Old bridge near #Leaderfoot
Leaderfoot Viaduct
Today we say happy birthday to the #Roman #Emperor, Marcus Cocceius Nerva, born on Nov 8th, 30AD in the village of Narni, near Rome. Following the assassination of Domitian, #Nerva was declared emperor by the Senate, in 96AD.
He served as emperor only for 15 months & died of natural causes.
He served as emperor only for 15 months & died of natural causes.
November 8, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The #Romans opened the Mundus—a sacred pit to the Underworld—on 24 Aug, 5 Oct & 8 Nov - harvest days with offerings to the Manes.
Mundus Patet — “the Earth is open.” A Roman festival of the dead when the living paused, the veil between worlds grew thin, and even temples fell silent. ⚱️ #RomanHistory
Mundus Patet — “the Earth is open.” A Roman festival of the dead when the living paused, the veil between worlds grew thin, and even temples fell silent. ⚱️ #RomanHistory
November 8, 2025 at 10:32 AM
The #Romans opened the Mundus—a sacred pit to the Underworld—on 24 Aug, 5 Oct & 8 Nov - harvest days with offerings to the Manes.
Mundus Patet — “the Earth is open.” A Roman festival of the dead when the living paused, the veil between worlds grew thin, and even temples fell silent. ⚱️ #RomanHistory
Mundus Patet — “the Earth is open.” A Roman festival of the dead when the living paused, the veil between worlds grew thin, and even temples fell silent. ⚱️ #RomanHistory
Which roads would you have taken to go from Dover to Trimontium in Roman Britannia?
1) Watling Street from Dover to London;
2) Ermine Street from London to York passing by Lincoln;
3) From York to Corbridge along an extention of the previous;
4) From Corbridge to Trimontium Fort - Dere Street.
1) Watling Street from Dover to London;
2) Ermine Street from London to York passing by Lincoln;
3) From York to Corbridge along an extention of the previous;
4) From Corbridge to Trimontium Fort - Dere Street.
November 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Which roads would you have taken to go from Dover to Trimontium in Roman Britannia?
1) Watling Street from Dover to London;
2) Ermine Street from London to York passing by Lincoln;
3) From York to Corbridge along an extention of the previous;
4) From Corbridge to Trimontium Fort - Dere Street.
1) Watling Street from Dover to London;
2) Ermine Street from London to York passing by Lincoln;
3) From York to Corbridge along an extention of the previous;
4) From Corbridge to Trimontium Fort - Dere Street.
This lovely #IronAge bracelet comes from Ken Hill, #Norfolk. It is hollow & made from a sheet of gold-alloy. It was discovered in 1950 as part of a small hoard of Iron Age artefacts including 'The #Snettisham Great torc 50-150BC
© The Trustees of the British Museum
© The Trustees of the British Museum
November 7, 2025 at 8:30 AM
This lovely #IronAge bracelet comes from Ken Hill, #Norfolk. It is hollow & made from a sheet of gold-alloy. It was discovered in 1950 as part of a small hoard of Iron Age artefacts including 'The #Snettisham Great torc 50-150BC
© The Trustees of the British Museum
© The Trustees of the British Museum
A powerful earthquake struck #Constantinople on 6th #November AD447, destroying 57 towers of the famous walls. The City was threatened with disease in the aftermath. This was during the reign of #Theodosius II & in a major feat of engineering the walls were rebuilt in 60 days.
November 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A powerful earthquake struck #Constantinople on 6th #November AD447, destroying 57 towers of the famous walls. The City was threatened with disease in the aftermath. This was during the reign of #Theodosius II & in a major feat of engineering the walls were rebuilt in 60 days.
#November marks a month long celebration of non-fiction #books by the Federation of Children's Book Groups & this year the theme covers history & archaeology. We stock a range of fascinating, fun books for children of all ages so why not bring your youngsters in for a browse?
#museumshop
#romans
#museumshop
#romans
November 6, 2025 at 4:30 PM
#November marks a month long celebration of non-fiction #books by the Federation of Children's Book Groups & this year the theme covers history & archaeology. We stock a range of fascinating, fun books for children of all ages so why not bring your youngsters in for a browse?
#museumshop
#romans
#museumshop
#romans
Julian (later the Roman Emperor often known as Julian the Apostate), was elevated to the rank of Caesar in the West by Emperor Constantius on 6th November AD355. Julian was also married to Helena, sister of Constantius and then despatched to Gaul, where he was to be based.
November 6, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Julian (later the Roman Emperor often known as Julian the Apostate), was elevated to the rank of Caesar in the West by Emperor Constantius on 6th November AD355. Julian was also married to Helena, sister of Constantius and then despatched to Gaul, where he was to be based.
Looking for a new challenge? Our friends at @Historic Environment Scotland have forthcoming open days for opportunities in the #SottishBorders. Pop along and find out more about working at these fantastic properties.
November 5, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Looking for a new challenge? Our friends at @Historic Environment Scotland have forthcoming open days for opportunities in the #SottishBorders. Pop along and find out more about working at these fantastic properties.
For our #hillfort clip this week, we travel over to the Isle of Bute and Barone Hill, overlooking Rothesay. With stunning views , it has two lines of enclosure, representing separate phases of construction and some facing stones that once dressed the walls can still be seen.
#HillfortsWednesday
#HillfortsWednesday
November 5, 2025 at 8:31 AM
For our #hillfort clip this week, we travel over to the Isle of Bute and Barone Hill, overlooking Rothesay. With stunning views , it has two lines of enclosure, representing separate phases of construction and some facing stones that once dressed the walls can still be seen.
#HillfortsWednesday
#HillfortsWednesday
Many grinding bowls were found at Trimontium. This ceramic one is a mortarium, used between 80-180AD. It has a moulded rim for gripping & contains grits on the inside to aid grinding. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Our word, mortar, comes from the latin, mortarium.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
@nationalmuseumsscotland
Our word, mortar, comes from the latin, mortarium.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
@nationalmuseumsscotland
November 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Many grinding bowls were found at Trimontium. This ceramic one is a mortarium, used between 80-180AD. It has a moulded rim for gripping & contains grits on the inside to aid grinding. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Our word, mortar, comes from the latin, mortarium.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
@nationalmuseumsscotland
Our word, mortar, comes from the latin, mortarium.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
@nationalmuseumsscotland
#OTD the Ludi Plebeii festival started & ran from the 4th of #November to the 17th. Festivities included the Epulum Iovis feast, theatrical comedies by #Plautus & chariot races in the Circus Maximus. The #festival is considered one of the oldest, celebrated since 220 BC
#RomanFestival
#RomanFestival
November 4, 2025 at 8:30 AM
#OTD the Ludi Plebeii festival started & ran from the 4th of #November to the 17th. Festivities included the Epulum Iovis feast, theatrical comedies by #Plautus & chariot races in the Circus Maximus. The #festival is considered one of the oldest, celebrated since 220 BC
#RomanFestival
#RomanFestival
Bacchus travels on a cart pulled by leopards that are the symbol of his power and his strong connection with the wild. Leopards were represented not only in mosaics or paintings but they were also perfect to create jewellery. The image below shows a brooch in the shape of a leopardess.
November 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Bacchus travels on a cart pulled by leopards that are the symbol of his power and his strong connection with the wild. Leopards were represented not only in mosaics or paintings but they were also perfect to create jewellery. The image below shows a brooch in the shape of a leopardess.
#OTD the #Roman Festival of #Isis concluded with Hilaria. Practical jokes, games, dressing up & general amusements took place #onthisday. Hilaria was inspired by the #Egyptian myth of Isis & Osiris whereby Isis resurrected Osiris from the dead after Seth played a bad joke on him that ended badly...
November 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
#OTD the #Roman Festival of #Isis concluded with Hilaria. Practical jokes, games, dressing up & general amusements took place #onthisday. Hilaria was inspired by the #Egyptian myth of Isis & Osiris whereby Isis resurrected Osiris from the dead after Seth played a bad joke on him that ended badly...
#NationalAuthorsDay - two must-haves related to Trimontium & Roman Scotland.
🌟"The Eagle and the Bear" by Dr. John Reid, Chairman of the Trimontium Trust. Available in our online shop zurl.co/SY3tP
🌟 The new Trimontium Guide
Image 4 is James Curle's excavation report, published in 1911.
🌟"The Eagle and the Bear" by Dr. John Reid, Chairman of the Trimontium Trust. Available in our online shop zurl.co/SY3tP
🌟 The new Trimontium Guide
Image 4 is James Curle's excavation report, published in 1911.
November 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM
#NationalAuthorsDay - two must-haves related to Trimontium & Roman Scotland.
🌟"The Eagle and the Bear" by Dr. John Reid, Chairman of the Trimontium Trust. Available in our online shop zurl.co/SY3tP
🌟 The new Trimontium Guide
Image 4 is James Curle's excavation report, published in 1911.
🌟"The Eagle and the Bear" by Dr. John Reid, Chairman of the Trimontium Trust. Available in our online shop zurl.co/SY3tP
🌟 The new Trimontium Guide
Image 4 is James Curle's excavation report, published in 1911.
🌙✨ Happy Kalends of November! In ancient Rome, #November was dedicated to #Diana, goddess of the hunt, the moon, forests, & the Underworld. A month of protection, rituals, & celebration, it also marked the Plebeian Games & festivals for #Isis, whose cult was popular in the Imperial period.🏛️🌿
November 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Romulus Augustulus, often described as the last Western #Roman Emperor, was declared Emperor #onthisday 31st October AD475. He was around 15 when he became #Emperor with his father Orestes the real power behind the throne. Odoacer overthrew him in September 476 but did not kill him.
October 31, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Romulus Augustulus, often described as the last Western #Roman Emperor, was declared Emperor #onthisday 31st October AD475. He was around 15 when he became #Emperor with his father Orestes the real power behind the throne. Odoacer overthrew him in September 476 but did not kill him.
From 1st November, the Trimontium Museum will be open 10.30am- 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday. We will be closed on Sundays & Mondays: still plenty of opportunities to explore the fascinating history of one of Scotland’s largest #Romanfort & see our VR Experience!
Book now: zurl.co/8I64a
Book now: zurl.co/8I64a
October 31, 2025 at 10:52 PM
From 1st November, the Trimontium Museum will be open 10.30am- 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday. We will be closed on Sundays & Mondays: still plenty of opportunities to explore the fascinating history of one of Scotland’s largest #Romanfort & see our VR Experience!
Book now: zurl.co/8I64a
Book now: zurl.co/8I64a
Harry has marched to another haunting site! 👻
The old #Roman fort of Lavatrae, at Bowes Castle, once guarding the Stainmore Pass. Legend says its soldiers were slain for greed — yet ghostly legionaries still return to rebury their treasure…
Harry’s verdict:
“Even the dead can’t skip sentry duty.” ⚔️
The old #Roman fort of Lavatrae, at Bowes Castle, once guarding the Stainmore Pass. Legend says its soldiers were slain for greed — yet ghostly legionaries still return to rebury their treasure…
Harry’s verdict:
“Even the dead can’t skip sentry duty.” ⚔️
October 30, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Harry has marched to another haunting site! 👻
The old #Roman fort of Lavatrae, at Bowes Castle, once guarding the Stainmore Pass. Legend says its soldiers were slain for greed — yet ghostly legionaries still return to rebury their treasure…
Harry’s verdict:
“Even the dead can’t skip sentry duty.” ⚔️
The old #Roman fort of Lavatrae, at Bowes Castle, once guarding the Stainmore Pass. Legend says its soldiers were slain for greed — yet ghostly legionaries still return to rebury their treasure…
Harry’s verdict:
“Even the dead can’t skip sentry duty.” ⚔️
As autumn mists & frost caress the beautiful #Scottish landscape, Milkieston Rings greets us for #HillfortsWednesday . Another of the many hillforts in the #ScottishBorders, near Peebles. It is situated on the summit of Milkieston Hill, with evidence of 4 ramparts.
#ScotlandStartsHere
#ScotlandStartsHere
October 29, 2025 at 4:31 PM
As autumn mists & frost caress the beautiful #Scottish landscape, Milkieston Rings greets us for #HillfortsWednesday . Another of the many hillforts in the #ScottishBorders, near Peebles. It is situated on the summit of Milkieston Hill, with evidence of 4 ramparts.
#ScotlandStartsHere
#ScotlandStartsHere
🐾 Happy #NationalCatDay! 🐾
Cats may rule the internet today — but their empire began in Rome! 🏛️
Brought from Egypt & the East, they spread with the legions, guarding grain stores & curling up in Roman villas. Beloved by women & girls, sacred to Libertas — symbols of freedom & grace. 🐈✨
Cats may rule the internet today — but their empire began in Rome! 🏛️
Brought from Egypt & the East, they spread with the legions, guarding grain stores & curling up in Roman villas. Beloved by women & girls, sacred to Libertas — symbols of freedom & grace. 🐈✨
October 29, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🐾 Happy #NationalCatDay! 🐾
Cats may rule the internet today — but their empire began in Rome! 🏛️
Brought from Egypt & the East, they spread with the legions, guarding grain stores & curling up in Roman villas. Beloved by women & girls, sacred to Libertas — symbols of freedom & grace. 🐈✨
Cats may rule the internet today — but their empire began in Rome! 🏛️
Brought from Egypt & the East, they spread with the legions, guarding grain stores & curling up in Roman villas. Beloved by women & girls, sacred to Libertas — symbols of freedom & grace. 🐈✨
#OTD 28 Oct AD97 the ageing & childless Emperor Nerva was coerced by the Praetorian Guard to adopt Trajan as his successor. #Nerva was the first #Roman# Emperor to be elected by the senate & his adoption of #Trajan ushered in the period of the adoptive 'Five Good Emperors'.
Busts of Nerva & Trajan.
Busts of Nerva & Trajan.
October 28, 2025 at 10:04 PM