Whitby Abbey raided again, this time by metal detectors
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
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
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
Ani, a dramatic, windswept archaeological site in eastern Turkey, was once a thriving medieval city on the trade route through Central Asia.
Funding given to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of the Battle of Flodden
The Flodden 500 Project will receive £887,300 from the Heritage Lottery Fund to commemorate the 500th anniversary of one of the largest battles ever fought between Scottish and English forces.
Irish city of Kilkenny to receive €5.5 million for ‘Medieval Mile’ tourist project
‘Kilkenny is steeped in rich culture and history, and is already one of Ireland’s top tourist centres. This investment will reinforce the city’s position as a major tourism hub and will make it more attractive for people to do business’
Worcester’s medieval walls undergoes repairs
Worcester’s medieval city walls are undergoing substantial renovation work, the largest done in over 40 years
Time for King Richard III to “Come Home to York”, says Foundation
A debate is now underway on where the body should be buried if it is that of the former king.
Project to restore York Minster windows halfway completed
Conservators working on the restoration of the Great East Window at York Minster have completed the conservation of half of the panels in the stunning medieval window depicting the story of the Apocalypse.
Is the Conservation of the United Kingdom’s Built Heritage Sustainable?
How does one put a price on the priceless? What is the cost of protecting and preserving this multitude of homes, castles, industrial buildings and urban social history and, more importantly, is it sustainable?
New Battle of Bannockburn website launched
With 700 days to go until the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, the National Trust for Scotland and Historic Scotland have launched a new website to promote the medieval battle and the construction of a visitor’s centre that will make the site a major tourist destination.
Scotland prepares to show off its medieval heritage
Two important exhibits will be taking place next year at the National Museum of Scotland, while construction is underway to create a visitors centre at the site of the Battle of Bannockburn.
Tuscan village on sale on Ebay for 2.5 million euros
A medieval village, set in the Tuscan hills of Italy among castles and monasteries, can be yours for €2.5 million.
Malbork revitalization process
The following paper presents the key investments made in the town, since 2007, when Malbork adopted a Local Revitalization Program, and their impact upon its residents and tourists.
Hexham Abbey receives £1.8m to restore medieval buildings
Hexham Abbey in northeast England has been granted £1.8m from the Heritage Lottery Fund for a restoration of the Abbey’s medieval monastery buildings.
Rebuilding the Middle Ages after the Second World War: the cultural politics of reconstruction in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
Many visitors do not realize that nearly half of Rothenburg’s medieval architectural heritage was destroyed in 1945.