A group of long term out-patients with chronic diseases have begun an adventure into two thousand years of romance, mystery and ‘well being’ that oozes from the walls and waters of the Roman Baths.

Course Tutor Sue Walker of Bath College and David Baker of The Roman Baths have teamed up to explain similarities with how the Romans supported their health and wellbeing in Bath over 2,000 years ago and practical solutions for the patients of today.

Coordinated by Lindsey Braidley of Roman Baths Education the group have begun to explore modern ideas and knowledges, as well as historical facts, archaeological features and two millennia of treatments.

“There are still places for anyone interested” says Sue. “It’s a fun mixture of experiential, creative, reflective tools and activities in the wonderful surroundings of the recently restored World Heritage Archaeological Site and the Clore Learning Centre.”

Members of the course had the chance to explore parts of the site, ‘in the bowels of the earth’ not normally accessible to members of the public and marvel at the amazing facilities and curative activities of Roman times.

“It was amazing to find out similarities with how the Romans supported their health and wellbeing here in Bath over 2,000 years ago and how we can apply their ideas to what we have been learning as patients,” commented Paul one of the course members.

For more information or if you have any questions, please contact: Adult Community Learning, Bath College: [email protected]