A key figure in this controlled chaos was the Saturnalicius Princeps, or “Leader of Saturnalia.” This mock king was chosen by lots to preside over the partying. It’s a custom that survived long after ...

For Chester’s final festive parade on Thursday, December 11, Chester’s Deva Victrix 20th Legion will take back control of their city as ...

Cellan Harston, who helps put on the city's Saturnalia parade, said it was important to "reflect Chester's history" December brings festivities to many of England's cities, but for one, it is a chance ...

Saturnalia, the most popular of Roman festivals, is dedicated to the Roman god Saturn. The festival’s influence continues to ...

A one-inch-long gaming piece found at the site of a former Roman fort in Chester, England Cheshire West / Chester Council Archaeologists in Chester, England, have unearthed an array of Roman artifacts ...

SO WHAT did the Romans ever do for us? No, you haven't wandered into a Monty Python convention; the answer to the question is Chester. And Caesar's legions even had the goodness to site ancient Deva ...

A rare Roman gaming piece has been discovered by archaeologists working alongside council workers on the Northgate development in Chester. The artefact, made from bone, was found with other Roman ...

As a wonderfully preserved statue, unearthed last month, goes on display at the Museum of London, we round up Britain's best places for Roman heritage The Minories eagle and serpent sculpture, ...

Roman Chester made up a large part of my studies when I was younger but it has been many years since I explored that part of the city’s history. A weekend break is the perfect way to step back in time ...

CHESTER'S third century sports fans enjoyed a taste of fast food while enjoying their bloodthirsty entertainment. They also liked a few souvenirs to take away with them just like their modern-day ...

A section of Chester's ancient walls has collapsed after digging work by private developers building luxury hotel apartments. Part of the monument, which was built between 70 and 80AD, fell near ...

A rare Roman gaming-piece once used in the 'Game of Mercenaries' that was made from polished bone has been unearthed at a building site in Chester. The lozenge-shaped 'gaming' artefact dates back ...