Lost Medieval Angel Returns to Strasbourg Cathedral
A lost medieval angel has returned to Strasbourg Cathedral after centuries. Rediscovered through a seventeenth-century engraving and museum research, the sculpture once again completes the Adoration of the Magi scene on the Saint-Laurent Portal.
Mary Rose Trust Launches Tudor History Festival Focused on Henry VIII’s Six Queens
The Mary Rose Trust is launching a new history festival that will bring together some of the leading experts on Tudor England to explore the lives of Henry VIII’s six queens while raising funds for the preservation of one of the world’s most famous shipwrecks.
Winchester Cathedral Launches Major 10-Year Medieval Stone Conservation Project
Winchester Cathedral has launched a major new conservation campaign aimed at preserving part of its medieval structure for future generations
Israeli Forces Occupy Crusader Castle in Lebanon
One of the most famous castles of the Crusader era has once again become a battlefield. Israeli forces have occupied Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest incursion into the country in more than a quarter century and returning the medieval fortress to the centre of a modern conflict.
Medieval Tiles Return to Wenlock Priory After Six Decades
Three medieval tiles taken decades ago from Wenlock Priory in England have been returned, offering new insights into the site’s decorative past.
Norway Invests Millions to Preserve Medieval Sites
Norway is investing millions of kroner to preserve medieval ruins and timber buildings, funding conservation projects and traditional craftsmanship across the country.
Medieval Bronze Doors by Donatello Return to Florence After Restoration
Two medieval bronze doors by Donatello have been restored and returned to the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence after a major conservation project.
Norway Invests Millions to Preserve Its Medieval Stave Churches
Norway has announced new funding to preserve its medieval stave churches, including maintenance projects, research grants, and a 3D scanning project at Borgund Stave Church.
Medieval Cathedral in Wales receives £2 million for restoration work
Brecon Cathedral, located in eastern Wales, is set to begin a multi-year programme of repairs and visitor improvements after securing £2,041,756 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Early Medieval Church in Rome Draws Attention After Fresco Restoration
A recent restoration at Rome’s early medieval church of San Lorenzo in Lucina has drawn attention after claims that an angel in a modern fresco resembles Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni.
From Holy War to Heritage: Places to Visit if You Want to Understand the Baltic Crusades
Stone castles, brick churches, and orderly new towns still line the Baltic coast—evidence of how the Baltic Crusades remade a medieval frontier. Aleksander Pluskowski traces the routes of conquest and conversion through the sites you can visit today.
Winchester Cathedral Reburies Medieval Remains Linked to Royals and Bishops
Winchester Cathedral is reinterring remains from its famous mortuary chests after more than a decade of scientific analysis, with new findings on early medieval royals and bishops expected in 2026.
Hidden Beneath Plaster, Medieval Frescoes Re-emerge in an Albanian Church
Medieval frescoes long hidden beneath plaster and limewash are re-emerging inside the Byzantine monastery church of Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas) in Mesopotamos, Albania. Conservators have uncovered previously unknown paintings near the ceiling, revealing figures and faces.
National Trust launches Cerne Abbas Giant land appeal
The National Trust has launched a public appeal to raise £330,000 to help fund the purchase and long-term care of 138 hectares (340 acres) of land surrounding the Cerne Abbas Giant in England—an iconic chalk figure that dates to the Early Middle Ages.
Medieval Castle of Old Wick Reopens to Visitors
The Castle of Old Wick in northern Scotland has reopened to the public following a round of high-level masonry inspections and minor repairs completed by Historic Environment Scotland (HES).
Medieval Torre dei Conti Collapses in Rome, Killing One Worker
A section of the 13th-century Torre dei Conti in Rome collapsed during restoration work, killing one worker and injuring others. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse at the historic medieval tower.
Donatello’s Medieval Masterpiece Moved for Conservation Work
Donatello’s Gattamelata, the celebrated bronze equestrian statue in Padua, has been carefully removed from its pedestal for conservation. Experts are conducting detailed studies to prepare for the restoration of this fifteenth-century masterpiece.
Secret Stirling Tours Open Hidden Corners of Scotland’s Famous Castle
Discover Stirling Castle’s hidden chambers with the new Secret Stirling Tours. Explore medieval chapels, royal closets, graffiti by James VI, and more inside Scotland’s historic fortress.
Medieval Buildings Revealed by Summer Drought in England
In England, this year’s drought has uncovered medieval remains at Fountains Abbey and Mottisfont, where parchmarks reveal the outlines of vanished monastic halls and cloisters.
Norwich Castle Reopens as “The People’s Palace”
Norwich Castle has reopened after a £27.5 million transformation, offering full access from basement to battlements, immersive medieval rooms, and a new British Museum gallery of 900 artefacts.
Farewell to the ‘Cathar Castles’: Languedoc’s Fortresses Seek UNESCO Recognition
The rebranded Royal Fortresses of Languedoc—long known as the ‘Cathar Castles’—highlight France’s medieval military heritage in a new UNESCO bid.
Medieval Street Art Unveiled in Cardiff
A 3D street art installation in Cardiff by Julian Beever reveals the hidden medieval water-gate of Caerphilly Castle, celebrating its reopening after a major £8 million restoration.
Falkenstein Castle Delays Reopening After Wall Collapse
Falkenstein Castle in Germany will remain closed until March 2026 after a wall collapse delayed renovation plans. Structural repairs are now underway to ensure visitor safety.
Medieval Church in England Takes First Step Toward Restoration
A 14th-century church in Thetford, England, is set to be restored after decades of neglect, with plans to transform the medieval building into a community space.