Brading Roman Villa was honoured to welcome a very special guest on Thursday 16th April, His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
The Duke returned to see first-hand the progress made since His Royal Highness’s last visit, with a particular focus on community engagement, education, and the preservation of heritage. During the visit, The Duke, who serves as Patron of the museum, received a guided tour of the Villa museum and discussed the current conservation work planned within the grounds.
As part of the visit, The Duke was introduced to year 3 and 4 pupils from Brading Primary School who spoke about their recent project, Tempus Vectis, an educational initiative developed in collaboration with the museum. The project encouraged students to examine the 4th-century seasonal-themed mosaics and create their own artwork.
The Duke also met with museum staff and volunteers to learn more about Brading Roman Villa’s ongoing outreach programmes and recent developments. His Royal Highness’s presence marked a celebration of the important work the museum continues to do in bringing history to life for visitors of all ages.
“We were delighted to welcome His Royal Highness back to the museum,” said Jasmine Wroath, Museum & Collection Manager. “It was a proud moment for the team and a recognition of the hard work that has gone into making the museum a vibrant hub for history, education, and community.”
To commemorate the visit, The Duke of Edinburgh signed the Brading Roman Villa Guest Book in the presence of several staff and volunteers, marking a memorable moment for all involved.
Brading Roman Villa remains one of the finest Roman sites in the United Kingdom, with a rich heritage that continues to inspire and educate. The museum looks forward to building on the momentum of today’s visit and continuing its mission to share the story of Roman Isle of Wight with the public.
