An incredibly rare Roman-era object—made from a substance ... such as North Africa. The Tyrian purple sample from Carlisle was likely used for painting frescos, Sarah Irving, a spokesperson ...

and we have Tyrion Purple on the site. Another unique thing to Britain." Since it's discovery, the Roman bathhouse has revealed Carlisle's important role during this era but these latest finds ...

But now it is hoped a long-running archaeological dig on the site of an imperial Roman bathhouse in Carlisle can also help a number of long-term unemployed people back into work. About 15 people ...

Archaeologists have made what is thought to be the first discovery of a prized purple pigment in Britain in a Roman bath-house near Hadrian’s Wall, revealing the importance of the building.