The Death of William the Conqueror – An Explosive Affair

William the Conqueror… a name that trips off the tongues of even primary school children....

09 September, 2019

Mitford Castle – A site of much turbulence and turmoil

As tends to be the way with English castles, Mitford has enjoyed changing fortunes in...

07 December, 2017

Arundel Castle – The embodiment of a thousand years of English history

If, like us, you’re a bit hooked on castles, then we’re hoping this month you’ll...

09 October, 2017

William the Conqueror returns to Lincoln Castle this weekend!

William the Conqueror returns to Lincoln Castle this weekend! Father's Day Offer: As part of King...

16 June, 2017

Matilda of Flanders – The petite queen who packed a punch

Matilda of Flanders may not be a name you’re familiar with, however she is actually...

15 September, 2016

Domesday Book – To bring the Barons in line?

Previously we wrote a blog highlighting some of the issues historians have in interpreting the Domesday...

30 January, 2016

What was the Domesday Book for?

Its purpose may never be known. However over the years our reasoning has changed its...

28 January, 2016

Domesday… Quick Trivia

Quick Trivia Domesday; In 1086 William felt he was not getting sufficient return from the land...

26 December, 2015

What was the Domesday Book for?

Its purpose may never be known. However over the years our reasoning has changed its...

14 June, 2015

Manorialism – where did it all begin?

Some of you may have heard the term 'Lord of the Manor', and 'Manorialism'  in...

28 January, 2015