Roman swords found in Cotswolds go on display in Cirencester

Roman swords found in Cotswolds go on display in Cirencester

HISTORY-LOVERS can finally view two world-renowned Roman swords that have gone on display to the public in Cirencester.

Straight to the point: Investigating Roman swords and extensive settlements in the Cotswolds

Excavations near Willersey in the north Cotswolds have uncovered evidence of extensive Iron Age settlement and a possible high-status Roman building – as well as intriguing clues to suggest why a pair of Roman cavalry swords may have been buried on the site. Carly Hilts spoke to Peter ‘Buzz’ Busby and Helen Winton to learn more.