Two medieval archways on a bridge in Oxfordshire, England, are to be restored in a joint effort by Banbury Town Council, Banbury Civic Society and Network Rail.
Famous medieval bridge in Belgium under threat from canal project
December 18, 2013 By
The Pont des Trous, a 13th century bridge in the city of Tournais, could be torn down and replaced as part of large project to create a canal that would link France with the Low Countries.
After 100 years, medieval bridge will again be seen in Rochdale
December 16, 2013 By
A river and its 800-year old bridge, which were covered over and forgotten about in the early 20th century, are going to be seen again if a new plan gets approved to rejuvenate the English town of Rochdale.
Exploring abandoned castles in France
December 8, 2013 By
A look at one website that documents abandoned medieval castles and other sites in France.
Living History in an Early 14th Century Castle
November 17, 2013 By
In the small German village of Kanzach, population 504, a unique project has become reality, the complete reconstruction of a wooden castle with its tower, agricultural houses, furniture and various items from its daily life.
Newest Irish coin features medieval landmark
November 11, 2013 By
The coin features the Rock of Cashel, the traditional seat of the kings of Munster.
Medieval Graffiti project wins national archaeology award
November 1, 2013 By
The Norfolk Medieval Graffiti Project, a volunteer led archaeology group that searches England’s medieval churches for early graffiti inscriptions, has been awarded the prestigious Marsh Community Archaeology Award.
Castles, Confusion, and the Count: Vlad the Impaler’s Impact on Tourism in Romania
October 31, 2013 By
Vlad the Impaler is often buried in the vampire myths of Count Dracula, even in Romania where the Impaler lived and died.
What has been found now under a car park? A Viking Þing
October 24, 2013 By
Archaeological research has backed up findings that a Viking assembly ground, known as a Þing, is located under a car park in northern Scotland.
Conservation project to restore Rosslyn Chapel completed after 16 years
September 20, 2013 By
Rosslyn Chapel is no longer obstructed by scaffolding, as a major conservation project to restore the Scottish historic site has been finished after 16 years.
Conisbrough Castle begins £1.1 million redevelopment project
September 16, 2013 By
Conisbrough Castle in northern England has started a £1.1 million redevelopment project that will include a new visitors centre. The castle will remain closed to the public until the spring of 2014.
Scotland and England mark 500th anniversary of the Battle of Flodden
September 9, 2013 By
Memorials were held in both Scotland and England yesterday to mark the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Flodden, where over 14000 men lost their lives, including King James IV of Scotland.
Where will Richard III be buried?
August 19, 2013 By
The plans to have the former King of England buried in Leicester are now in jeopardy as the matter will be determined by a judicial review.
Medieval panels stolen from English church
August 15, 2013 By
Another English church has been targeted by thieves, who stole two panels from a 15th-century oak screen at Holy Trinity Church in Torbryan and damaged a third.
Burial of King Richard III to cost £1 million
July 22, 2013 By
The remains of Richard III will be buried with honour beneath a raised tomb within a specially created area in Leicester Cathedral. The announcement has pleased many observers, although some are hopeful that English king will received a state funeral.
Crac des Chevaliers struck by missile, heavily damaged
July 21, 2013 By
Video footage provided by rebels in the Syrian Civil War shows an air strike on Crac des Chevaliers, one of the most famous castles of the Middle Ages.
Original copies of the Magna Carta to be reunited in 2015
July 15, 2013 By
The four surviving original copies of Magna Carta will be brought together for the first time in history in 2015, the year of the 800th anniversary of the issue of the Charter by King John in 1215.
Secret medieval chamber found in Scottish castle
July 9, 2013 By
‘We were surprised that when we carefully unblocked the windows and peered in, and through the dim light of a torch and the mists of dust and trapped for centuries, to find a perfectly preserved medieval chamber…’
Riga Castle in Latvia damaged by fire
June 28, 2013 By
Last week’s fire at Riga Castle has left the Latvian landmark with heavy damage, including the destruction of the roof and several rooms.
York Minster Revealed shows 2000 years of history
June 12, 2013 By
A brand new visitor attraction has opened at York Minster last month.’Revealing York Minster’ tells the story of the last 2000 years at the historic site, from the Romans to its modern day custodians.
Downside Abbey to open its library to the public for the first time
June 12, 2013 By
Over 450,000 books and impressive medieval manuscript collection will now be available to the public thanks to a £856,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Whitby Abbey raided again, this time by metal detectors
June 11, 2013 By
The ruins of Whitby Abbey in northern England are getting an unwanted visitor at night, as metal detectors are sneaking onto the site looking for buried treasures.
Scotland’s St Oran’s Cross to be restored
March 26, 2013 By
One of the most important symbols of medieval Scotland, St Oran’s Cross, will be re-erected for the first time in centuries, as part of the celebrations of the 1450th anniversary of the established of a monastery on Iona in Scotland.
Islamic Monuments and National Patrimony in Modern Spain
January 20, 2013 By
In Spain, the Islamic past usefully differentiates Iberia from the rest of Europe, and its monuments—particularly the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the Alhambra—are a source of pride. However, the Islamic past is treated as ‘distant.’
Conservation at Ani Cathedral and the Church of the Holy Savior
January 20, 2013 By
Ani, a dramatic, windswept archaeological site in eastern Turkey, was once a thriving medieval city on the trade route through Central Asia.
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