Archaeology: Roman villa packed with mosaics unearthed under flats at foot of the Aventine Hill

Ancient Roman villa packed with rare mosaics is unearthed under a block of flats at foot of the Aventine Hill where wealthy citizens lived 2,000 years ago The so-called ‘domus’ was uncovered during earthquake-proofing work in 2015 Mosaics depicted ornamental patterns, colourful parrots and a growing vine  Excavations also found artefacts including oil lamps, bowls … Read more

Roman Kemp admits he was DUMPED by a ex-girlfriend after she claimed he ‘cheated’ with Vick Hope 

‘She flipped out’: Roman Kemp admits he was DUMPED by an ex-girlfriend after she wrongfully claimed he ‘cheated on her’ with Vick Hope By Laura Fox For Mailonline Published: 21:49 BST, 23 September 2020 | Updated: 21:49 BST, 23 September 2020 Roman Kemp has revealed that he was dumped by an ex-girlfriend after she accused … Read more

Roman artefacts found in Chester include polished bone gaming piece

Rare Roman artefacts including a lozenge-shaped gaming piece made from polished bone that was used in the ‘Game of Mercenaries’ are unearthed at a building site in Chester The ancient gaming piece is made of polished bone and dates back 2,000 years  It was used in the Game of Mercenaries – an ancient chess or … Read more

Roman artefacts found in Chester include polished bone gaming piece

Rare Roman artefacts including a lozenge-shaped gaming piece made from polished bone that was used in the ‘Game of Mercenaries’ are unearthed at a building site in Chester The ancient gaming piece is made of polished bone and dates back 2,000 years  It was used in the Game of Mercenaries – an ancient chess or … Read more

Remains of a 2,000-year-old Roman roundhouse unearthed at Bamburgh Castle

Archaeologists digging in the grounds of Bamburgh Castle have discovered the remains of a roundhouse which dates back to the end of the Roman era.  The remnants of the building indicate it could be up to 65 feet (20 metres) in diameter and likely belonged to a member of society of relative importance.  Excavators working … Read more

Remains of a 2,000-year-old Roman roundhouse unearthed at Bamburgh Castle

Archaeologists digging in the grounds of Bamburgh Castle have discovered the remains of a roundhouse which dates back to the end of the Roman era.  The remnants of the building indicate it could be up to 65 feet (20 metres) in diameter and likely belonged to a member of society of relative importance.  Excavators working … Read more

Roman Kemp dines with singer Mabel and her pals… weeks after split from Anne-Sophie Flury

He’s newly single after splitting from his girlfriend Anne-Sophie Flury this summer, after the couple were together for three years. And Roman Kemp, 27, was spotted enjoying the company of his friends on Friday night, when he stepped out for dinner with singer Mabel, 24, at London’s Novikov. The radio presenter donned a denim jacket as … Read more

Roman Kemp urges ‘struggling’ fans to reach out for help in emotional plea alongside tearful dad

Roman Kemp has paid tribute to his best friend Joe Lyons once again, following his sudden death two weeks ago. The presenter, 27, addressed viewers of his weekend show, Sunday Best, which he co-hosts with his father Martin Kemp. Looking emotional, having weathered a very tough week, Roman spoke to the camera, urging anyone who … Read more

Roman Kemp joins Bumble in search of dates… just weeks after split from Anne-Sophie Flury 

‘It’s been helping me out massively!’ Roman Kemp reveals he’s joined Bumble in search of dates… just weeks after split from Anne-Sophie Flury By Ellie Phillips For Mailonline Published: 11:06 BST, 14 August 2020 | Updated: 11:19 BST, 14 August 2020 He met his ex-girlfriend on the dating app Tinder.  And now, Roman Kemp has revealed … Read more

Roman industrial site gives new picture of life in Roman Britain

A Roman industrial complex has been uncovered by archaeologists and it provides a detailed picture of what life was like in Rural Britain under Roman occupation.  Archaeologists in the Borough of Corby, Northamptonshire, made the unique discovery during an excavation at the Priors Hall Park housing development. Two tile kilns, a large lime kiln for the … Read more