Medieval Friary in Norwich becomes home for photography students
Norwich University College of the Arts has officially opened the East Garth Photography Building in the former medieval Friary close to St Andrew’s Hall.
Belgrade fortress under attack – from flowers
Serbian and French researchers have reported that the Belgrade Fortress, which was first built in the early Middle Ages is under threat – not only by the effects of coal burning, as was assumed until now, but also by flower beds!
Reconstructed Aberlady Cross unveiled in Scotland
A hand-carved reconstruction of an Early Christian cross has been unveiled in the Scottish village of Aberlady to mark the medieval pilgrimage route used by the monks of Iona and Lindisfarne.
£200,000 goes to monastic sites in eastern England
The Heritage Lottery Fund is spending almost £200,000 on two projects for medieval monasteries in eastern England – the first two discover excavate the site of Ramsey Abbey and the second to promote Wymondham Abbey.
Gruesome murders to mythical beasts: Britain’s historic church wallpaintings now can be seen online
Earlier this month, the Churches Conservation Trust – the national charity protecting historic churches at risk – launched a brand new online resource providing an interactive guide to just some of the fine wallpaintings in its care
French towns sells off 14th century cloister to pay debts
The mayor of the southern French town of Saint Emilion has discreetly sold off its 14th century Cordeliers cloister to a private winemaker, leaving local residents shocked and upset.
Project underway to preserve Scotland’s medieval churches
A project led by the University of St Andrews could help preserve historically valuable medieval churches in Scotland. The scheme aims to discover…
World Monuments Fund lists 67 heritage sites “most at-risk”
The World Monuments Fund’s President Bonnie Burnham has announced the 2012 World Monuments Watch. Since 1996, the biennial Watch has drawn international attention…
Conservation Policies in Palestine: A critical review
Conservation Policies in Palestine: A critical review By Mazen Iwais e-dialogos, Vol.1 (2011) Introduction: An accurate analysis over the subject of conservation and…
Historic cobblestones removed from the medieval village of Dunster
Workmen have begun removing the cobblestone pathways around the village of Dunster in Somerset. The distinctive cobblestone paths have existed for hundreds of…
Now the wars are over: The past, present and future of Scottish battlefields
Now the wars are over: The past, present and future of Scottish battlefields By T. Pollard and I. Banks International Journal of Historical…
“The Hidden Alhambra” project to give public virtual access to historic site in Spain
The World Monuments Fund and American Express have announced a partnership for the conservation and improved access to the Alhambra, the famous palace…
Colchester Castle receives £3.2m for restoration work
The Heritage Lottery Fund has awarded £3,267,400 towards a major redevelopment of Colchester Castle, Essex. The medieval fortress, built in the eleventh century,…
15th century Tudor House re-opens in Southampton
Southampton’s rich history is set to come alive once again as the city’s most important historic attraction re-opens its doors to the public…
Bannockburn centre to receive £3.7m in funding
The site of one of Scotland’s greatest battles will celebrate its 700th anniversary with a new state-of-the-art visitor and interpretation centre as the…
Oystermouth Castle reopens to the public
The Welsh Castle of Oystermouth has officially re-opened earlier this month, after the first phase of an ambitious project to improve access to…
British Library announces £9m campaign to acquire the St Cuthbert Gospel – the earliest intact European book
The British Library has announced an ambitious fundraising campaign to acquire the St Cuthbert Gospel for the United Kingdom. Created in the 7th…
Medieval Sites in Italy, Syria, Turkey and Vietnam added to World Heritage List
Twenty-five sites were added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List last month, including four which date from the Middle Ages. The 35th session of…
New fight over the Battlefield of Shrewsbury
Robert Hardy, the veteran actor and a star of the Harry Potter films, is heading a campaign to save the site of one…
Cardigan Castle receives £4.7m grant
Cardigan Castle, which dates back to the eleventh century, has received a grant of nearly £4.7m from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to…
Norfolk Graffiti project wins national award
A local community archaeology project aimed at discovering and recording examples of medieval graffiti has won a prestigious national award. The Norfolk Medieval…
Medieval Churches in England receive funding for repairs
Several medieval churches in England have received funding the Heritage Lottery Fund and English Heritage as part of their joint Repair Grants for…
13th century Welsh chapel to be restored
A chapel in the Welsh town of Llantwit Major has been awarded nearly £300,000 by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to transform the ruined…
Scottish town of Dunfermline to get museum, art gallery
The Scottish town of Dunfermline, which is known for its medieval heritage, will be receiving £2.8million to establish a new museum and art…
Medieval walls of Kilmallock continue to be restored
Conservation work on one of Ireland’s most historic town walls is almost complete, Limerick County Council announced today. The local authority, through a…