What was life really like for the merchants, craftsmen and traders in London in the middle ages? Whilst the majority of ...

In medieval Europe, castles were the ultimate homes for kings and nobles. The big stone structures weren't just fancy houses—they also protected the people inside and the land around them. While ...

Norwich Castle, a mighty medieval fortress built by William the Conquerer after he invaded England in 1066, reopened to the public last month following a landmark $37 million restoration. The castle’s ...

As the seasons turn and the nights draw in, the countryside of the British Isles seems alive with omens: an owl’s screech, or a bat above the hedgerows. For centuries, such creatures were cast as ...