Iron Age and Roman Newington
What we knew
Evidence of Roman settlement at Newington has been documented for more than 400 years
The 2018 discovery
An archaeological investigation at the site of Watling Place changed everything.
Saving the temple
The foundations of the Romano-British temple, considered of 'national importance', were saved in a last minute collaboration between archaeologists and Newington History Group.
Significant finds
Watling Place revealed two worlds - a life of industry and a life of luxury.
What now?
Newington History Group is committed to ensuring the village's Iron Age and Roman past isn't lost again.