Finds:

Food and drink

Archaeologists found buildings in the fort and the vicus where grain was stored. Grain found in soil samples was mainly wheat, which was milled to produce flour. Other cereal grains such as barley, rye and oats were also found. Barley was used for food, animal fodder and brewing. These cereals were probably grown locally.

Very large quantities of animal bones were found. Cattle, sheep and pigs were raised for meat. Cows and sheep could also be milked. Archaeologists also found some deer and hare bones which show that wild animals were also hunted for food.

Archaeologists found evidence that cabbages, wild celery, sloes, plums, hazelnuts, walnuts, figs and grapes were also eaten. The walnuts, grapes and figs were imported into Britain.

Pottery and objects like knives and spoons also provide evidence for eating and drinking.

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