The Bayeux Tapestry Begins Major Conservation Project Ahead of Museum Expansion
For the first time in over 40 years, the Bayeux Tapestry will be removed from its display as part of an ambitious conservation and museum redevelopment project.
Renaissance Map Room in Florence Restored After Three-Year Conservation Effort
Florence’s famed Map Room in the Palazzo Vecchio has been fully restored after a meticulous three-year project, reviving its 16th-century maps, globe, and intricate wooden cabinets for visitors to experience both in person and online.
Restoration Completed at Medieval Temple of Phnom Krom
A brick temple at Phnom Krom, a historic hilltop temple complex in central Cambodia, has undergone a full restoration, returning it to its original splendour.
Medieval tower at Corfe Castle reopened to public after 378 years
For the first time in nearly four centuries, visitors can now access a medieval tower at Corfe Castle, a historic site in Dorset, England. The King’s Tower, originally built around 1107 for King Henry I, has reopened to the public with a special viewing platform designed to offer a glimpse into its regal past.
Medieval Cathedral Transformed with Stunning New Lighting
A medieval Italian masterpiece, the Cathedral of Monreale, has undergone a dramatic transformation, unveiling a remarkable new look thanks to an advanced lighting renovation.
Reviving a Medieval Masterpiece: Donatello’s Gattamelata Restoration Begins
Donatello’s iconic equestrian statue of Gattamelata, a pioneering medieval masterpiece, has just begun a long-awaited restoration in Padua. Supported by international organizations, this project aims to preserve the statue’s beauty and structural integrity for future generations.
Step Into Scotland’s Past: Living History Week Brings Castles and Characters to Life
Scotland’s most iconic historical sites will be transformed from Saturday, 12 October to Sunday, 20 October for the Great Big Living History Week, featuring re-enactments and immersive performances that bring centuries of history to life.
Careers for Medievalists?
Sponsored by the British Archaeological Association, this event aims to demonstrate the range of career options available to medievalists, especially those studying in Art History and adjacent disciplines such as History, Archaeology and Heritage Studies.
Nine Medieval Sites Added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List
The World Heritage Committee has inscribed 26 new cultural and natural properties on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Nine of them have connections to the medieval period.
Robert the Bruce’s Face Unveiled in 3D at Dunfermline Abbey
To mark the 750th anniversary of Robert the Bruce’s birth, a new 3D model – produced from a cast of his skull – is now on display to the public at Dunfermline Abbey in Scotland.
Medieval site in Gaza added to the List of World Heritage in Danger
The early medieval archaeological site of Tell Umm Amer in Gaza, which includes the Monastery of Saint Hilarion, has been named to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. It was also simultaneously added to its List of World Heritage in Danger.
Cadw celebrates 40 years of preserving Welsh history
Cadw, the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, is celebrating its 40th anniversary as it continues on its mission to care for Wales’ medieval and historic places.
Newark Castle gets £1.4 million in funding
Newark Castle, which dates back to the 12th century, has received a grant of £1.4 million that will allow visitors improved access to the medieval keep. The money was awarded to the Newark and Sherwood District Council by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
£10 million conversation project at Caerphilly Castle
The Welsh government is investing £10 million project towards the conversation and restoration of Caerphilly Castle, one of the great castles built by King Edward I. The project aims to make the site a world-class visitor attraction while preserving its history.
Five Years After the Fire: Notre-Dame de Paris and the Largest Restoration Project of the Century
Barry Bergdoll talks about the history of Notre-Dame Catherdal in Paris as the repairs from the major fire in 2019 near completion.
Medieval sites in Wales to host Easter events
Looking for some fun things to do at medieval castles and palaces? Cadw has released its events schedule for the Easter holidays, inviting families and history lovers alike to come together and experience the beauty of Wales’ historic landmarks.Â
15th-century bridge heavily damaged by flooding in England
Powick Old Bridge, a medieval bridge in the English city of Worcester, is now closed after a part of the bridge collapsed into the River Teme.
Medieval News from Malta
The Government of Malta has recently announced the reopening of a major archive while restoration efforts start on two medieval sites.
Medieval castle repaired in England
Repairs have been completed at Merton Castle. The ruined 12th-century fortification was at risk of collapse, but thanks to £288,840 in funding the site has been stabilized.
Two arrested for cutting down historic tree at Hadrian’s Wall
Two males have been arrested after the Sycamore Gap Tree was cut down earlier this week. The famous tree located on Hadrian’s Wall in northern England was viewed as an iconic landmark.
Nine medieval sites added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List
UNESCO has added 42 new places to its list of World Heritage sites during meetings held this month in Saudi Arabia. Among them are nine sites with deep connections to the Middle Ages, including Viking-age ring fortresses and a sacred city that was built in Cambodia in the 10th century.
Lands around Tintagel Castle to be protected
A stretch of rugged England’s coastline that borders the medieval fortress of Tintagel has been acquired by the National Trust and will be protected.
Free Access to Many Medieval Landmarks in Wales this September through Open Doors Festival
Wales is home to some of the most beautiful medieval landmarks in the world, and this September visitors can enjoy many of these locations for free.
Two Welsh medieval churches to be saved from ruin
Two medieval churches in Wales, which date back over 900 years, will be saved from the brink of dereliction by the Friends of Friendless Churches, who have received a grant of nearly £770k as part of the National Heritage Memorial Fund Covid-19 Response Fund.Â