ArCC2026 – The Wrexham Roman Conference
We are delighted to announce the inaugural Archaeology Conference Cymru (ArCC) which will take place in Wrexham from 2nd-4th October 2026.
This first conference is a collaboration between PAS Cymru and Heneb – The Trust for Welsh Archaeology, showcasing remarkable archaeological discoveries from across Wales, with a particular focus on North-Wales.
We’ll be sharing fresh insights and new perspectives from recent finds, excavations and research projects which seek to enhance our knowledge and understanding of Wales in the Roman period.
Help to celebrate Wales’ rich Roman heritage by joining us for three inspiring days, as we share new finds, research and lively discussion, connecting professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Heneb members receive 10% off and students can apply for a fully-funded place by emailing [email protected].
We are hosting #ArCC2026 as an in-person conference in Wrexham, UK. It will run over three days and will offer engaging seminars, lectures, site tours, exhibits, receptions and socials included in your ticket price.
Registration is now open!
Draft Programme – subject to change
Friday 2nd October – Wrexham Museum
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Admission |
| 13:00 – 13:30 | Welcome Richard Nicholls, Heneb & Jane Richardson, Amgueddfa Cymru |
| 13:30 – 14:30 | Roman Research Framework for Wales Session 1 Seminar with Leah Reynolds, Dr Caroline Pudney & David Roberts |
| 14:30 – 15:00 | Coffee |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Roman Research Framework for Wales Session 2 Seminar with Leah Reynolds, Dr Caroline Pudney & David Roberts |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Comfort break |
| 18:00 – 18:30 | Evening reception formal open Dr Carol Bell, Chair of Heneb |
| 18:30 – 19:30 | Keynote Wales and the Marches under the emperors Carausius and Allectus (AD 286-96) Dr Sam Moorhead & Graham Barker |
| 19:30 – 21:00 | Drinks Reception & Canapes |
| 19:30 – 21:00 | Guided Museum Tours |
| 21:00 | Depart |
Saturday 3rd October – Wrexham University
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Admission (Staff & Stallholder only 7:30am) |
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Welcome Richard Nicholls, Heneb & Jane Richardson, Amgueddfa Cymru |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | We remember Macsen the Emperor’: the Romans and Welsh Identity Dr Roger White, University of Birmingham |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | Roman coins in Wales: the view from the Portable Antiquities Scheme Matthew Ball, British Museum |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Coffee |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Regional Fashion in the Roman Period; the Wirral brooch (pre-recorded) Dr Frances McIntosh, English Heritage |
| 11:30 – 12:00 | Filling in the gaps: Roman Flintshire. Excavations of two new Romano British Settlements Chris Matthews, Heneb |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 – 13:30 | An Unusual Roman Cremation from the Buckley Area (pre-recorded) Dr Robert Philpott, University of Liverpool |
| 13:30 – 14:00 | Wales’s earliest ‘portraits’? Two Roman sculpted stones from Isca (Caerleon) Mark Lewis, Amgueddfa Cymru |
| 14:00 – 14:30 | Coffee |
| 14:30 – 15:00 | ‘Fibulae, figurines and fastening: PAS Roman finds from north Wales and adjacent regions’. Sally Worrell, read by Dr Susie White, PAS |
| 15:00 – 15:30 | Protect the Past – Heritage Crime Prevention Jonathon Lightfoot, Cheshire Police |
| 15:30 – 16:00 | Closing remarks and Conference 2027 Announcement Richard Nicholls & Jane Richardson |
| 16:00 | Depart – Join us for a pie and a pint at Ty Pawb from 6pm (meal paid for – drinks via paid bar |
Sunday 4th October – Wrexham University & Tours at Park in the Past and Stori Brymbo
| 08:45 – 09:00 | Admission |
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome Dr Carol Bell, Heneb & Jane Richardson, Amgueddfa Cymru |
| 09:15 – 10:00 | Roman Industry in Wales: The Erglodd Lead Pigs Luke Jenkins, Heneb |
| 10:00 – 10:45 | From Chance Find to Roman Villa: New Insights into Roman North-East Wales Dr Caroline Pudney & Stephen Grenter, Chester University |
| 10:45 – 11:15 | Coffee |
| 11:15 – 12:00 | Rediscovering Anglesey’s Roman Copper Ingots, Collections Research in Action! Kelly Parry, Oriel Mon |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Comfort break, collect lunch, then depart for chosen tour from car park |
| Choose from Tour A OR Tour B below | |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | Tour Park in the Past (Tour A – choose 1) |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | Tour Stori Brymbo (Tour B – choose 1) |
| 15:00 – 15:30 | Return to Wrexham University |
| 16:00 | Depart |
Details
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OrganiserHeneb
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TypeIn person
