Medieval Gateway in York Undergoes Major Conservation Effort
Bootham Bar, one of York’s medieval gateways, is undergoing significant conservation work as part of the city’s ongoing efforts to preserve its historic walls.
Medieval Hospital Unearthed Beneath Sinkhole in York
A recent sinkhole in the centre of York has led to the discovery of what archaeologists believe are the remains of one of the largest medieval hospitals in northern England.
How Robots and Drones Could Help Save Medieval Cathedrals
Forty years after a fire damaged York Minster, new technology like robot dogs and drones is being tested to protect medieval buildings from future disasters.
JORVIK Viking Festival Brings Norse Spectacle to York This Weekend
The JORVIK Viking Festival is in full swing in York, with key events set to take place this weekend, drawing visitors from around the world to celebrate the city’s rich Norse heritage.
The Battles of Fulford and Stamford Bridge
How Haraldr harðráði Sigurðarson invaded England in 1066, winning the Battle of Fulford but losing the Battle of Stamford Bridge.
Clifford’s Tower reopens
Clifford’s Tower in York has reopened to the public this month, following a major £5 million project to conserve and radically transform the interior of the 800-year-old landmark.
Emotion, Drama and Intrigue: A year in York’s relationship with Richard III, 1476 – 77
This talk by Sarah Rees Jones will explore the evidence of the York House Books and the York Mystery Plays for clues to the tumultuous relationship between York and Richard in the years before he became king.
Restoration work set to begin at York’s medieval walls
The City of York, along with the York Archaeological Trust, are about to begin work on restoring and stabilising part of the York’s medieval walls.
Medieval archaeological discoveries at York’s Guildhall
Archaeologists working at York’s Guildhall in northern England have uncovered portions of an Augustinian friary, along with human remains.
How you can own a medieval piece of York Minster
Medieval stones from York Minster will be going up for auction on August 22nd.
Meet the medieval servants at York’s Barley Hall
Volunteers will take over York’s recreated medieval townhouse throughout the summer to showcase the lives of servants in the medieval period.
York Minster’s Great East Window restoration completed
On 2 January 2018, the final panel in York Minster’s 600-year-old Great East Window was returned to the world-famous masterpiece, 10 years after all 311 panels were removed by York Glaziers Trust.
York Becomes Home of Medieval Christmas Celebrations
York Becomes Home of Medieval Christmas Celebrations York’s historic Barley Hall is hosting a special exhibition exploring the lost Christmas celebrations of ordinary…
York Minster unveils restored grotesques
The first collection of new grotesques to be carved for York Minster’s 11 year project to conserve and restore its South Quire Aisle are being returned to the cathedral today.
Digging up fun at York
The Coppergate Shopping Centre, the site of one of the most famous archaeological digs of modern times, will be transformed into a hands-on archaeological adventure this week to celebrate the annual Festival of Archaeology.
Researchers bring Old Norse language back to JORVIK Viking Centre
Old Norse has been brought back to life by researchers at the University of York through the voices of new animatronic Viking characters at the world-famous JORVIK Viking Centre.
The Sights, Sounds and Smells of the Vikings are back in York
The long-awaited re-opening of the JORVIK Viking Centre in York took place early this week among much fanfare. The well-known medieval attraction is again having visitors immerse
themselves in experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of a Viking-age city.
Wolf Hall Continues in York
Historic Barley Hall has announced that it will continue to display six of the most sumptuous costumes from the smash-hit BBC drama for another 12 months by helping to give inspiration to the cast of York Shakespeare Project production of ‘Henry VIII.’
You think today’s Christmas is stressful? Try organizing a medieval one!
York’s historic Barley Hall is hosting a special exhibition this winter, exploring the lost Christmas celebrations of ordinary citizens of the city in the Middle Ages.
That Other Battle of 1066 – Commemorating the 950th Anniversary of Stamford Bridge
The JORVIK Viking Centre will be hosting for a special walking tour of the battlefield at Stamford Bridge, just outside of York.
BOOK TOUR: On the Trail of the Yorks by Kristie Dean
Today we’re hosting Kristie Dean’s “On the Trail of the Yorks” book tour, featuring Anne of Exeter.
The Funeral of Queen Elizabeth of York, the First Tudor Queen of England
Elizabeth of York, Queen to King Henry VII of England, died in the Tower of London on February 11, 1503. She had given birth to a daughter Katherine on February 2 and never recovered. The death was a shock to her husband, her children and to the nation.
Christmas market coming to York’s Barley Hall
If you are interested in a Christmas market with a medieval flavour, Barley Hall in York will be the place to go later this month, as they are organising a festive shopping treat stocked full of unique gifts.
A Feast fit for a King at York
The JORVIK Group offer a time-travelling gastronomic treat during York’s Food and Drink Festival
