Mar 27
I’ve started to realise there are an awful lot of myths involving giants in Yorkshire, and in the rest of Britain, regarding monument having been built by giants
Mar 25
Caer Caradoc is often linked to Caradoc (or Caradog), a prominent figure in Welsh mythology and Arthurian legend. Caradoc is considered one of the knights of the Round Table in Arthurian lore, and he is sometimes referred to as Caradoc of the Battle or Caradoc the Brave. He was known for his bravery and his loyalty to King Arthur.
Mar 25
An oppidum is the name given to a large population centre, with varying levels of fortification. So far, this concept of Iron-Age cities has not really been applied to the British Iron-Age, though many individual hillforts have been suggested.
Mar 24
The legend of King Cnut, also known as Canute the Great, is a fascinating tale that highlights themes of humility and the limits of power. King Canute ruled over England, Denmark, and Norway in the early 11th century. He was a powerful Viking king known for his military prowess and political acumen.
Feb 11
The Nosterfield Quarry excavation sits at the heart of one of Britain’s most enigmatic prehistoric landscapes—the Thornborough Henges Complex.
Feb 09
Preservation in archaeology is crucial, not just in terms of physical artifacts but also in maintaining the integrity of the archaeological record and the knowledge it provides. If we define it broadly, preservation in archaeology involves
Feb 09
Ray Selkirk was a trailblazing landscape archaeologist who revolutionized how we interpret the hidden past beneath our feet. As a former World War II pilot, Selkirk brought a unique aerial perspective to archaeological surveying, allowing him to recognize subtle patterns in the landscape that often went unnoticed at ground level.
Feb 08
Francis Pryor stands as a luminary in British archaeology, whose profound insights into prehistoric Britain have reshaped our understanding of ancient societies.
Feb 07
The ard, also known as a scratch plough, represents one of the earliest forms of agricultural technology used by the people of ancient Brigantia.
John O’Gaunt’s Castle, located near Harrogate in North Yorkshire, is a historical site with roots that intertwine myth, history, and medieval legend.
