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A doctor has suggested medics treating the bubonic plague in the 17th century were given more protection than NHS staff tackling coronavirus. Dr Jon Orrell, a senior partner at Royal Crescent Surgery in Weymouth, Dorset, shared a video of his family members dressed in various styles of PPE. In the clip, he showcases two variations … Read more
Iron Age gold ring and Medieval silver brooch featuring two flag-bearing centaurs discovered by metal detectorists in Shropshire are declared ‘treasure’ in first inquest held over video link The items were found by detectorists Mark Lambert and Christopher Mussell The brooch — which features two centaurs — dates back to 1200–1300 AD From 400–200 BC, the ring meanwhile … Read more
Former Beatles frontman Sir Paul McCartney has branded Chinese wet markets ‘medieval’ in light of the coronavirus pandemic and called for them to be banned. Sir Paul slammed the Chinese government for allowing the food markets to continue, saying, ‘they might as well be letting off atomic bombs’. The animal rights activist was speaking to American … Read more
Crucifix carried into battle by Spain’s 11th century warlord hero El Cid is found hanging in Spanish cathedral Span’s national icon was famously depicted by Charlton Heston in the 1961 film El Cid is a ‘subject of a devotion that transcends that of an epic Hispanic hero’ His tomb was raided in 1800s, scattering his … Read more
An enchanting medieval castle where Mary Queen of Scots spent her last night of freedom is on sale for under £2 million – and even comes with its own dungeon. Remarkable photos of Fa’side Castle, which enjoys panoramic views over the Lothians and the Forth Estuary, show the fairy tale façade of the 14th century … Read more
A medieval book that warns children against picking their nose, burping in public or eating all the cheese has been digitised by the British Library. The Lytille Childrenes Lytil Boke (The Little Children’s Little Book) was written more than 500 years ago by an unknown author and teaches etiquette and table manners. It has been … Read more
They are returning as hosts of Saturday Night Takeaway after a two year hiatus. And rehearsals for the highly-anticipated episode were well underway on Saturday, as Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly donned medieval robes for a show segment. During filming, Ant, 44, was spotted sporting a loose red tunic with embroidered gold detailing underneath a thick … Read more
A stunning 14th century medieval chapel gas been uncovered in County Durham, 370 years after it was destroyed in the wake of the First English Civil War. Part of Auckland Castle, the remains of the long lost place of worship — Bek’s Chapel — were uncovered with the help of staff and students from Durham University. … Read more
Swans, cobblestones and lace shops: Bruges doesn’t disappoint if your hopes for a weekend away includes old-fashioned charm. But this medieval masterpiece of a city, reached from London in little more than three hours on Eurostar, also has avant-garde musical installations, irresistible chocolate shops and a thriving beer scene all set on winding, ancient lanes. … Read more
You may have had your fill of the sights of Paris but still feel drawn to the French capital. One way to discover something new is to visit easily accessible places in the countryside just outside the city that most people don’t know about. I have lived in Paris since 1991 and still delight in … Read more