To help raise funds for Castlefield’s Roman Gardens project, which has already attracted almost £30,000 from the successful crowdfunding campaign, archaeologist and an expert on Manchester’s Roman heritage, Norman Redhead, will be giving a talk on Thursday 21 May in the Merchant’s Room above Albert’s Shed in Castlefield in Manchester city centre.

 

Norman Redhead, who is Heritage Management Director at the Greater Manchester Archaeological Advisory Service based at the University of Salford, will describe how our understanding of Roman Manchester , known as Mamucium, has been transformed by a series of remarkable discoveries and archaeological excavations. He will focus particularly on the story of Roman and later developments on the site of the Roman Gardens, including the reconstruction of the Roman fort and settlement.  There will also be an opportunity for guests to ask questions. 

 

Carol Middleton, Chair of the Castlefield Forum said: “We’re delighted that Norman Redhead is able to support our crowdfunding campaign for the Roman Gardens project by sharing his vast knowledge of Manchester’s Roman History. His talks are always fascinating and very popular and we expect this one to be no different.   

 

“The Roman Gardens project links the 2,000-year-old Roman heritage of the site with the modern day city. If planning is approved, the Forum will work with Greater Manchester Archaeological Advisory Service to hold a series of community digs to uncover more about the Roman heritage of the Gardens.”  

The 60 minute talk will start at 7pm. A minimum donation of £5 per person is requested.  Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis on the evening. The event is expected to be popular so an early arrival is recommended to avoid disappointment.

 

The crowdfunding campaign ends in June and it is hoped, subject to funding, a planning application will be submitted in the autumn.  The cost of the project is estimated at £2m and the Forum is looking for Heritage Lottery Fund support.  It is anticipated the project could be complete in the next three to five years. 

 

For more information on the Roman Gardens project and to pledge visit http://www.spacehive.com/romangardens

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