Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort, welcomed visitors back to enjoy its outdoor archaeological site for the first time in seven months from May 1 to May 3.
Managed by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums (TWAM), the attraction has remained closed to the public throughout lockdown, but following the easing of lockdown restrictions on April 12, visitors will be able to explore the fort’s impressive grounds over the three days.
However the museum galleries will remain closed until Government guidance permits indoor attractions to open on May 17.
Social distancing measures were in place to keep everyone safe and visitors booked a timeslot in advance.
Although the weather was changeable over the weekend families still managed to catch a bit of the sun as they enjoyed a fun day out.
Take a look through our gallery and see if you can spot yourself or anyone you know.
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Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort, welcomed visitors back to enjoy its outdoor archaeological site for the first time in seven months over the Bank Holiday weekend. Photo: Arbeia Roman Fort
1. Family day out
Sam Frank, and Claire Stobbs with children, Hettie, five, and Benjamin, two, enjoyed a family day out at Arbeia on Saturday, May 1. Photo: Kevin Brady
2. Fun in the sun
Youngsters Leo Smith, five, and Cameron Smith, 11, from South Shields enjoy a day out at Arbeia with grandmother Gwyneth Smith. Photo: Kevin Brady
3. Visitors enjoy historical trip
(Left to right) Stephen Wilkinson and Kate Bowen from Whitley Bay and Jean Bowen from Surrey were among the Bank Holiday visitors. Photo: Kevin Brady
4. Family visit
Families made the most of the drier weather on Saturday, May 1m to pay a visit to Arbeia Roman Fort. Photo: Kevin Brady