1148 – Second Crusade: Louis VII of France begins the siege of Damascus, the siege will last four days # 1411 – Battle of Harlaw; Alexander Stewart, Earl of Mar versus Donald of Islay, Lord of the Isles over claims to the Earldom of Ross # The Battle of Harlaw is remembered as one of…
Monthly Archives: July 2011
Knights of Badassdom starring Tyrion, uh…Peter Dinklage
Game of Thrones may be on hiatus until next year but Tyrion is not. Well Tyrion is too, but Peter Dinklage is still working. Knights of Badassdom is a look at the lives of a LARP-ing group. That’s Live Action Role Playing, but I’m sure you already knew that, ahem… The group of friends accidentally…
Rare Medieval Treasure Goes on Display at Epping Forest District Museum
A recently acquired rare medieval mount has gone on display at Epping Forest District Museum, Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL. The mount was the subject of a Coroners inquest reported in the press in August 2010. The late-medieval silver-gilt crucifix was discovered in February 2009, by local metal detectorist, Craig Carter while searching in…
Medieval night at the Duthie Park, Aberdeen
Step back in time to experience what life was like in the 15th century from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on Thursday 28 July at Duthie Park, Aberdeen. Join re-enactment groups Crann Tara and Medieval Realm as they commemorate the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Harlaw, which took place on 24 July 1411, near Inverurie. Free…
Iron Lord on DVD August 1
Revolver Entertainment are pleased to announce the multi-platform release of IRON LORD on August 1st. Russia 1010: Warlord Yaroslav rules the kingdoms to the North of Kiev with an iron fist, conquering new lands to gather taxes for his father, Grand Prince Vladimir. But keeping rule in these bloody times is a constant battle, as…
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-07-24
1203 – The Fourth Crusade: Crusaders capture Constantinople by assault, Byzantine emperor Alexius III Angelus flees the city into exile # 1453 – Hundred Years' War: Battle of Castillon: The French under Jean Bureau defeat the English under the Earl of Shrewsbury # Died today in 1453; John Talbot "Old Talbot", 1st Earl of Shrewsbury,…
Liverpool’s medieval Sanctuary Stone put back in Castle Street after roadworks
A centuries-old Sanctuary Stone that has been walked over by generations has been relaid in one of Liverpool’s oldest streets. The Sanctuary Stone has returned to its home in Castle Street, the heart of the commercial district, following its excavation last year as a result of roadworks. And sat in the concrete with it was…
£1 million to help preserve Tamworth Castle for future generations
Tamworth’s most beloved and iconic landmark has been granted a cash boost of more than £1 million to ensure its future and strengthen its place in the town. The medieval castle has been a symbol of Tamworth for hundreds of years – and thanks to a successful Heritage Lottery bid – announced weeks before the…
Oystermouth Castle in Swansea bay re-opens to the public
It was twice burnt to the ground by rebellious Welsh princes and was “Camelot” for the ancient lords of Gower. Now romantic Oystermouth Castle, set on a commanding hill overlooking Swansea Bay at Mumbles, is to re-open to the public after a £1.7m makeover. Half of the crumbling medieval castle had been closed to the…
Canterbury Tales bring medieval fun to Belton
A real summer treat is in store at Belton House, between Sleaford and Grantham. On Friday July 22, Pantaloons Theatre Company bring Chaucer’s pilgrims to life in this brand new adaptation of the medieval classic, the Canterbury Tales. With a contemporary twist, the performance brings music, laughter and tears as a cast of larger than…
Ancient craftsman setting up business on Isle of Man
A traditional craftsman is hoping for a new lease of life in the island. Having studied medieval engraving, metalwork, leather and woodwork for 17 years, quietly spoken Phil Hatton, 45, is now one of the leading proponents in the field. Some of his pieces beggar belief. Take, for example, his largest commissions – a pair…
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-07-17
1212 – The Great Fire of Suthwark: A fire rages through London burning most of the city to the ground # The Guinness Book of Records states the number of people killed on the London Bridge was 3,000 during the fire of 1212 # 1460 – Battle of Northampton: Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick…
Medieval Market, Church and Pier Festivals in Iceland
The ancient marketplace Gásir in Eyjafjördur, close to Akureyri in north Iceland, will come alive this weekend. From July 16 to 19, handcrafters dressed in medieval fashion will demonstrate ironwork and other crafts, an old-fashioned ballgame will be played and spear fighters will put on a show. Also, the longship Vésteinn will sail into the…
Castles of Europe Windows 7 Theme, now with pictures
I have had several questions about the names and locations of the castles in the Castles of Europe Windows 7 theme. Below are the 21 castles included in the theme as well as there names and locations. The original post: Castle of Europe Windows 7 Theme post. Download the Castles of Europe Windows 7 Theme…