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Off the Wall Online Programme

In the lead up to our in person event 'Off the Wall' on 10 May, we have lots of talks and workshops to get involved in online. Click on each of these events to book your place for free via Eventbrite. 

You will receive the zoom link for these sessions via email both 2 days and 2 hours before each event. 

At the Edge of Empire with Author Adrian Goldsworthy

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Join author Adrian Goldsworthy to discuss the historical background and evidence he used to create his 'Roman Britain' book series.

Tuesday 2nd May at 2pm.
Free online via zoom

The Power of 3 and Other Mysteries

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Areas around Hadrian’s Wall often reveal to us intriguing and mysterious works of art. Catherine Stevenson of Newcastle u3a leads this talk. 

Wednesday 3rd May at 2pm.
Free online via zoom

The Unification of the British Isles: Geology

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Join Martin Eales, Consultant Geologist & Geophysicist, as he discusses how England and Wales collided with Scotland, then Europe with Britain and finally the breakaway of America. 

Thursday 4th May at 10am.
Free online via zoom

Roman Influence on British Cuisine: A Culinary Journey

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'Scotland's Foodie' Wendy Barrie leads a session on food travel from Rome to Britain - what was brought and what was found? 

Thursday 4th May at 2pm
Free online via zoom 

Creating a Convincing Evocation of Celtic Britain in Fiction

a woman with short grey hair smiling next to a national trust sign on the hadrian's wall path. Green fields behind her and she wears a blue raincoat.

We hear from author Nancy Jardine about writing historical fiction set almost 2000 years ago. 

Friday 5th May at 10am
Free online via zoom 

Wall Flowers: Create a Roman-style Floral Crown

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A workshop on how to create your own Roman-style floral crown, ready to wear for the celebrations.

Tuesday 9th May at 10am
Free online via zoom 

Creative Writing: On the Edge of Empire (Session 1)

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Sandra Whitnell leads a workshop which will take inspiration from Hadrian’s wall to create short pieces of fiction and reflection.

Tuesday 9th May at 2pm
Free online via zoom 

Creative Writing: On the Edge of Empire (Session 2)

blue sky with a single cloud. Photo showing a single tree in between two hills. sycamore gap at hadrian's wall.

Sandra Whitnell leads a workshop which will take inspiration from Hadrian’s wall to create short pieces of fiction and reflection.

Wednesday 10th May at 10am
Free online via zoom 

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