Early medieval mosaics discovered in Israel
Archaeologists working in Israel have discovered mosaics from the early Middle Ages. They were found in a residence that was near Khirbat al-Minya, an Ummayad palace built in the eighth century.
Low water levels along French river help to reveal medieval fishery
The harsh drought across Europe this summer has led to water levels dropping heavily in lakes and rivers. This has led to finds being made along these waterways, which now includes the remains of a 12th-century fishery in France.
More faces from the Middle Ages revealed
The ability to digitally reconstruct how people from the Middle Ages looked like has greatly improved in recent years. This can be seen in a new project which has helped to reveal three people who lived 700 years ago in Scotland.
Hidden hoard of Byzantine gold coins discovered in Golan Heights
A hoard of 44 gold coins dating to the seventh century has been discovered in the ruins of Banias in the Golan Heights. They were found during archaeological excavations carried out by the Israel Antiquities Authority.
ArcheoBotany and the Secrets of Plants
Have you ever heard of archeobotany? It’s the study of ancient plants! Alice Wolff tells Lucie Laumonier about her research, which takes her from the fields to the lab.
Medieval cog discovered off the coast of Sweden
A previously undiscovered shipwreck has been found off the west coast of Sweden. Dating back to the 13th century, it is one of the oldest cogs to be found in Europe.
Tunnel discovered during community dig at medieval abbey
Archaeologists in England believe they have located a tunnel that was once part of Hyde Abbey, a monastery located in Winchester which is the burial place of Alfred the Great.
Medieval kitchen discovered in Czech Republic
Archaeologists working in the Czech Republic have discovered the remains of a kitchen dating back to the 15th century. Many items have been found in remarkable condition, including pots with their lids intact and kitchen utensils.
Research from Viking latrines helps reveal the long history of a parasite
Using stool samples from Viking latrines, researchers at the University of Copenhagen have genetically mapped one of the oldest human parasites – the whipworm.
“Once-in-a-generation discovery”: Early Medieval Monastery found in England
An 8th-century monastery in southern England could have enjoyed similarly important status as a trade and production centre to larger towns like London and Southampton, a new excavation has revealed.
Identity, kinship and community: early medieval death and burial across south-eastern and north-western England
Oxford Archaeology’s fifth research seminar focused on early medieval cemeteries in south-eastern and north-western England.
1,200-year-old luxurious estate discovered in Israel
Archaeologists in Israel have discovered a 1,200-year-old luxurious estate in the Negev Desert. The site includes a unique vaulted complex overlying a three-meter-deep rock-hewn water cistern.
Medieval friars were ‘riddled with parasites’, study finds
A new analysis of remains from medieval Cambridge shows that local Augustinian friars were almost twice as likely as the city’s general population to be infected by intestinal parasites.
Medieval convent restored in Israel after being accidentally damaged
An early medieval nunnery located in Israel has been re-excavated and repaired after being damaged. The Horvat Hani convent existed from the fifth to the ninth century.
Site of 13th-century shipwreck to be protected
The remains of a medieval ship made from trees felled over 750 years ago is one of three extremely rare shipwrecks that have been granted the highest level of protection by the British government.
141 Early Medieval Burials discovered in England
Altogether, the discovery included over 2,000 beads, 89 brooches, 40 buckles, 51 knives, 15 spearheads and 7 shield bosses.
Norse traded walrus ivory in Kyiv, study finds
An archaeological dig in Kyiv in 2007 yielded amazing results.
Medieval treasures discovered in Wales
Several medieval items have recently been discovered by metal detectorists in Wales. They include rings and brooches which have now been declared national treasures.
Recent research on the early medieval monastery of Lindisfarne (Holy Island)
In this lecture David Petts will explore the results coming out from research by Durham University and DigVentures at the site of the early medieval monastery of Lindisarne. This has been the first sustained excavation on this major centre of British Christianity and has revealed evidence for burial, craft and industry.
Viking shipyard discovered at Birka
Archaeologists in Sweden have located a unique Viking Age shipyard site at Birka, an important Norse town. The discovery challenges previous theories about how the maritime activities of the Viking Age were organised.
Umayyad-era graves discovered in Syria
A new study combining archaeological, historical and bioarchaeological data provides new insights into the early Islamic period in modern-day Syria. The research team was planning to focus on a much older time period but came across what they believe to be the remains of early Muslims in the Syrian countryside.
Medieval thimble discovered in England
A fifteenth-century thimble is one of the objects recently discovered and reported to the Portable Antiquities Scheme. Other recent finds include a 13th-century seal, a pilgrim badge in the shape of a purse, and a Venetian silver coin.
Old Barrels and Networks of Trade
How urban and marine archaeology allows us to dive into medieval international commerce.
New archaeological work begins at Leicester Cathedral
The team behind the discovery of Richard III have resumed major archaeological excavations at Leicester Cathedral, close to where the English king was found.
Crusader-era hand grenades? New research examines uses of medieval ceramics
The findings showed that some of the vessels contained a flammable and probably explosive material that indicated they may have been used as medieval hand grenades.