Bristol academic discovers 819-Year-Old Royal Charter Issued by King John
A rare, original royal charter from the first year of King John’s reign has been discovered in Durham by a medieval historian from the University
2 April 2019
Mass Medieval grave found in archaeology dig at Durham World Heritage Site
The body count at a mass grave crammed with hastily-buried bodies, found by archaeologists investigating library grounds originally thought to have been part of the
4 December 2013
Medieval remains uncovered near Durham University
Four human skulls, thought to date back to medieval times, have been uncovered near Durham University. A team of archaeologists and builders made the discovery
23 November 2013
Oldest European Medieval Cookbook Found
A 12th-century manuscript contains the oldest known European Medieval food recipes, according to new research. The recipes, which include both food and medical ointment concoctions,
18 April 2013
Rooms to rent in an ancient castle in Durham
The 11th-century Durham Castle is benefitting from a £5-million refurbishment – and now offers holiday accommodation within its ancient walls. The UNESCO World Heritage Site
24 January 2012
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