THE SILCHESTER GALLERY Each year the site of the Roman town of Silchester is further excavated by the Archeological Department of University of Reading. In 2004 the Berkshire Guild of Spinners, Weavers & Dyers were invited to attempt to recreate the Roman approaches to our crafts. Over the two Open Days nearly 2000 visitors came to see an archaeological dig in action, to hear from the experts about how to interpret what has been uncovered and to enjoy related demonstrations such as Roman metal working and our own spinning and weaving. We returned to the dig this year as well but as the weather was not so fine we have left last years pictures up. Archeological students at play Boudicca rides again! The fun begins Setting up the warp-weighted loom. The main warp weights These were each a 2Lb bag Warp weights Trials using small stones. The Silchester Dig Site The 2004 enjoyed some very hot weather! Weaving commences At last we start to weave!. Finds from Silchester This picture was kindly provided by Reading Museum The cloth grows. Using yarn from the drop spindles. Lunch! Taking a well earned rest.