The Aldborough Roman Town Site will be free for all residents in the YO51 postcode tomorrow.

The initiative agreed by The Friends of Roman Aldborough and English Heritage is to encourage locals to learn about the site on their doorsteps.

Two thousand years ago Aldborough was the most northerly regional capital in the Roman Empire. It was called Isurium Brigantum and was a major administrative and trading centre for the Romans.

This discovery has only been made in recent years as archaeologists from the University of Cambridge continue to delve into the area’s history.

As well as the vast Roman ruins, visitors can explore the recently updated museum on site. It includes the new analysis by the Cambridge team, as well as artefacts found during their digs.

Sir Andrew Lawson-Tancred, chairman of The Friends of Roman Aldborough (Fora), said:

“This offer is the result of collaboration between Fora and English Heritage, who have recently upgraded their museum at the site. These are exciting times as the importance of Aldborough In Roman times is only just starting to be understood in a new light and I highly recommend a visit to the site.”

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YO51 residents will need to book via the English Heritage website using the promotion code PASS21 and produce evidence of residence in the area on arrival.

Entry fees are usually £5.50 for adults and £3.30 for children aged five to 17, with family tickets available.