Lupercalia

Step into the world of ancient Rome as we explore the Roman Festival of Love at Avalon Archaeology!

Celebrate the gods Venus, Flora and Lupercus with hands‑on crafts, including mixing your own Roman love potions, crafting special charms, and learning about the fascinating herbs used in the ancient world. Gather around the fire to hear the enchanting myth of Cupid and Psyche, and follow a themed trail around the site.

What is Lupercalia?

Lupercalia was an ancient Roman festival held every year on February 15, aiming to purify the city and encourage health and fertility.

What to Expect:

Discover how early Roman traditions may have influenced today’s Valentine’s Day. We’ll be offering a range of family‑friendly activities inspired by Roman life, along with the chance to handle real archaeological objects in our beautifully decorated Roman dining room, warmed by our working hypocaust system.

• Roman potion‑making and charm‑crafting
• Explore the wonders of ancient herbal lore
• Lively story-extracts around the fire to hear about the magical story of Cupid and Psyche