Salmon declined severely after 1400. New study demonstrates that the culprit was the explosion in vertical water mills and not overfishing or contamination
Category: Medieval Histories
‘Medieval Histories’ offers medievalists all the news about exhibitions, books, research, archaeology, travel-tips and much more from the Medieval World
Mingary Castle
Mingary Castle in the peninsula of the Ardnamurchan has been called the most intact thirteenth century castle in Scotland. After full restoration, the castle now offers a luxurious stay for select groups of up to ten people.
Eden – What If We Could Start Again?
Will it all end in a medieval feud, when 23 individuals homestead at Eden, a barren beach in North Western Scotland? Or might it bring hope to discouraged brexiters?
The Book of Horsemanship by Duarte I of Portugal
Famous for its charming reflections on the art of horsemanship, the Livro do Cavalgar from the 15th century provides a fine introduction to jousting
Henry of Lancaster’s Expedition to Aquitaine, 1345-1346
New book follows explores in detail Henry of Lancaster's Expedition to Aquitaine, 1345-1346 and the practicalities of waging war in the Late Middle Ages
Minor Medieval News June 2016
Every month we stumble upon minor news from the Medieval World. The accumulated list for June can be enjoyed at leisure here
The Archaeology of Medieval Spain
Since 1985 a huge number of excavations in medieval Spain has been carried out. Fascinating book presents an overview of the Archaeology of Medieval Spain
Studying Late Medieval History
Puzzled by the Later Middle Ages? New book offers help to under-graduates studying late medieval history, its institutions and way of life
Royal Food And Feasting
Fascinated with Tudor royal feasts and food? Free online course on "Royal Food and Feasting" is offered by the University of Reading.
Henry I at Norwich Castle
Norwich is planning to recreate itself as the “Gate to Medieval England”. The idea is to create a truly “immersive world of Henry I” at the Norman castle
Search begins for King Henry I in the “Hidden Abbey” in Reading
A plaque marks the spot of the grave of Henry I at Reading Abbey. However, the exact location is uncertain and archaeologists are now scanning the ground to find it
Henry I, King of England
Henry I was the fourth son of William the Conqueror. Nevertheless, he ended up ruling England and Normandy in the spirit of his father.
Viking Gold Hoard at the End of the Rainbow
Last week, three amateur archaeologists found the largest treasure hoard of Viking gold ever discovered in Denmark. It weighs nearly a kilo.
Summer and Crayfish
The zodiac sign for summer is Cancer. Mythology tells us, it was all about Hercules, but the rest of us know it is about a delicatessen - crayfish
Charles IV and His Autobiography
The Vita Caroli Quarti of Charles IV (1316 – 1378) is one of the earliest royal autobiographies written. A new edition celebrates the 700-year anniversary
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