Using new evidence from plant and animal remains from archaeological excavations in England, this lecture links these to wider developments in medieval society, notably growing social and wealth inequalities.
Saint Paul’s letters show women playing leading roles in the earliest Christian communities. Yet, by the fourth century, women’s ministry was very limited. Why?
This lecture will explore our current knowledge of the nature of Roman imperialism and the history of Britain.
Mammoth bones, human skulls, a glorious helmet buried in an ancient ship... Imagine what stories these ancient treasures might tell us if they had a voice! Join us in Butser's Great Roundhouse for an afternoon of incredible, imaginative storytelling, bringing to life some of the most extraordinary archaeological finds from the distant past.
A three-day multi-period living history held on the August Bank Holiday weekend at the Detling Show Ground in Kent. The show is packed full of living history displays bringing 2000 years of history into one place.
To celebrate the launch of the new book London to Walsingham Camino, a special and exciting walking pilgrimage which takes in the last stages of the Camino has been arranged for pilgrims to participate in. A great opportunity to participate in a walking pilgrimage with an experienced guide which involves treading one of the ancient and newly re-established pilgrimage routes to Walsingham.
Join us for a fantastic Coptic Book Binding Workshop at Ely Museum with Helen Handmade Books
Wuffa returns to honor Scira the Viking Founder of Sheringham and defend it's borders.
Over the anniversary week of the Battle of Shrewsbury, we travel back to medieval Shropshire to see the sights and sounds of every life leading up to the battle. During this great family day out you will get to see knights in armour and archers preparing for battle, living history including traditional crafts and cookery. With many activities to try your hand at throughout the day and many skills that can be used today.
On the weekend of March 4th/5th 2023 KotN will return to study the martial arts of Europe from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.
FightCamp 2023 is locked into the calendar! Historical Martial Arts, with 20+ instructors, 5+ tournaments, traders, camping, bar & food.
We are very excited to announce that Avoncroft Museum will be host to the multi-period International Living History Festival 2023!