Explore the UK's Famous Deserted Medieval Village
Discover Wharram Percy, North Yorkshire's abandoned medieval village. Walk through centuries-old ruins, a church, and learn its fascinating history. Plan your visit today.
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Explore Elsdon: The 'Perfect Northumbrian Village'
Uncover the medieval history of Elsdon, dubbed the perfect Northumbrian village. Explore its stunning castle ruins, historic tower, and unique teardrop green. Plan your UK getaway today.
How Eleanor of Castile's death shaped London forever
Historian Alice Loxton explores the life of Eleanor of Castile and the 12 crosses built for her funeral that defined London's geography. Discover the forgotten queen's story.
Norwich's £4,000 pigeon hawk scheme fails
A £4,000 hawk deployed to scare pigeons from Norwich's medieval market has failed after locals fed the birds 'industrial amounts' of seed. The council pauses the scheme amid public backlash.
Medieval City Guimarães Tipped as 2026 Must-Visit
Discover Guimarães, Portugal's medieval birthplace with UNESCO sites, Michelin stars, and lunches from £4. A sustainable, vibrant city tipped as a top 2026 destination.
Medieval City Guimarães Tipped as 2026's Top Travel Spot
Discover Guimarães, Portugal's medieval birthplace offering UNESCO sites, Michelin stars, and lunches from £4. Named a must-visit for 2026, it's just 65km from Porto. Plan your trip now!
Last Anglo-Saxon King's Hall Found Near Skipsea Castle
University of York archaeologists discover a high-status Anglo-Saxon hall linked to King Harold Godwinson near Skipsea Castle. The find includes a rare sunken tower and malthouse. Read more on this historic breakthrough.
Lost hall of last Anglo-Saxon king found in Yorkshire
University of York archaeologists discover a high-status Anglo-Saxon hall near Skipsea Castle, linked to King Harold Godwinson. The find features a rare sunken tower and malthouse. Read more.
Earliest Scottish coin saved after detectorist find
A metal detectorist's discovery of a 12th-century silver coin has rewritten history, proving Edinburgh minted Scotland's first coinage. The £15,000 artefact is now with National Museums Scotland.
Your Shed Could Hide Valuable Antiques, Expert Says
TV auctioneer Angus Ashworth reveals how forgotten items in British gardens and attics, from Victorian urns to old games consoles, could be worth a small fortune. Discover what to look for.
7 Best Tuscan Towns & Villages to Visit
Discover the magic of Tuscany beyond Florence. Our guide reveals seven enchanting medieval hilltop towns, from San Gimignano's towers to Chianti's vineyards, perfect for your next Italian getaway.
Ancient Treasures Found During Rome Metro Construction
Two new Rome metro stations, set to open in 2025, have become museums showcasing archaeological finds from their construction. Discover the history unearthed beneath the city.
Volcanoes Caused Climate Shift That Led to Black Death
New research reveals how 14th-century volcanic eruptions caused a climate crisis, crop failure, and trade shifts that brought the Black Death to Europe. Discover the 'perfect storm' of factors.
How Volcanoes Led to the Black Death in Europe
New research uncovers how 14th-century volcanic eruptions caused famine, forcing Italian states to import grain—and the plague—from the Black Sea. Discover the climate link to history's deadliest pandemic.
Mum catches medieval disease from fox on sofa
A London woman contracted a rare form of scabies from a fox that entered her home. Discover the symptoms, diagnosis, and why cases are rising in the UK.
Scabies Cases Surge in UK Schools, Doctors Warn
A medieval skin disease, scabies, is surging across the UK, with cases in Devon schools. Doctors urge early treatment as diagnoses have more than tripled since 2022. Learn the symptoms and prevention.
Blanchland: Fairytale Village Built from Abbey Stones
Discover Blanchland, a fairytale Northumberland village built from a 12th-century abbey's stones. Explore its historic charm, stunning walks, and traditional pubs.
Tintagel Castle: King Arthur's Cornwall Legend
Explore Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur perched on Cornwall's rugged cliffs. Discover medieval ruins, Merlin's Cave, and plan your visit with our essential guide.
Lily-Rose Depp's Dramatic Transformation for Werwulf
Chanel ambassador Lily-Rose Depp swaps high fashion for a shapeless medieval smock on the set of her new horror film Werwulf. Exclusive pictures reveal her dramatic transformation.
Medieval peasants had more sick leave than UK workers
Shocking research reveals medieval peasants on some estates had better sick leave entitlements than modern UK workers, with up to a year off. Discover how historical benefits compare to today's workplace rights.
Warkworth: Northumberland's Medieval Village Gem
Explore Warkworth, a stunning Northumberland village with a dramatic ruined castle, 12th-century church, sandy beach, and charming independent shops. Plan your perfect UK day out.
Vikings and Mead: The Historical Truth
A medieval history expert reveals what Vikings really drank. Discover why mead's role was more symbolic than everyday in Viking society. Read the fascinating facts now.
Lost Medieval City Found Under Kyrgyzstan Lake
Archaeologists uncover submerged Silk Road settlement beneath Lake Issyk-Kul, revealing medieval Muslim city destroyed by 15th century earthquake.
Visit Britain's Oldest Street - 700 Years of History
Discover the magical journey through St. John's Street in Glastonbury, where medieval history comes alive through perfectly preserved architecture and timeless charm.
French lawyers sue Louvre to seize crown jewels
A group of French lawyers has launched an unprecedented legal action against the Louvre Museum, demanding the seizure of France's crown jewels in pursuit of an extraordinary compensation claim.
Britain's Most Breathtaking Medieval Ruins Revealed
Explore the haunting beauty of Britain's medieval ruins, from crumbling castles to majestic abbeys, and uncover the fascinating stories behind these historic treasures that dot our landscape.
Medieval Rome tower collapse sparks Russian criticism of West
The sudden collapse of a 12th-century tower near Rome's ancient Forum has triggered diplomatic tensions, with Russian officials making controversial claims about Western cultural preservation.
Romania's Frozen-in-Time Village: A Medieval Journey
Hidden in Romania's Carpathian Mountains, the enchanting village of Câmpulung Muscel offers a breathtaking journey back to medieval Europe with its perfectly preserved architecture and timeless atmosphere.
Medieval Tower Collapses in Rome - Shocking Footage
Shocking video captures the moment part of Rome's historic Torre dei Conti medieval tower crumbles to the ground, raising urgent questions about heritage preservation.
Medieval Tower Falls as Satellite Reaches Orbit
From the dramatic collapse of a historic medieval tower in Europe to the successful orbital deployment of a new satellite, today's visual news captures moments of loss and technological achievement.
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