Empress Matilda and ‘The Anarchy’
There were a number of medieval women leaders whose careers break the stereotypical mould.
Category: Archaeology
5 Sites That Tell the Story of Early Anglo-Saxon England
Discover the amazing sites that tell us so much about the culture, beliefs and society of Anglo-Saxon England.
9 Ancient Roman Ruins You Need to Visit
Remains of Roman Britain can be found everywhere, from walls left in our cities to forts and villas in the countryside.
Where to Find Ancient Prehistoric Sites in England
You might know the world famous site of Stonehenge, but prehistoric monuments and sites can be found all over England.
8 Things to Know About the Black Country
The Black Country can be found in the West Midlands, roughly made up of towns within the four Metropolitan Boroughs of Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton – although you won’t find any official borders on the map, or any two Yam Yams that agree on it!
County Durham’s Historic Past in 10 Sites
County Durham, situated on the north-east coast, is bursting with stories from its historic past.
How Historic Human Poo Can Preserve Plant Fossils
What can plant and insect fossils tell us about the way people ate? Archaeologist Dr Ruth Pelling explains all.
5 Reasons to Love Historic Shropshire
Shropshire is rich with remnants from history, from the Iron Age to the Industrial revolution.
What Archaeology Can Tell Us About the History of Migration in England
To mark International Migrant’s Day 2018, we take a look at 7 archaeological and historical objects that help to tell the history of migration in England.
A Brief Introduction to Cropmarks
Our flying archaeologists have been photographing the changing landscape for over 50 years.