The Church of Santa María de Cambre, located in Cambre near A Coruña, is a significant Romanesque monument dating back to the 12th century. It was built on the foundations of a Benedictine monastery, which itself was founded during the early medieval period.
Jan 17
The similarities between the names Cambre, Cambria, Cumbria, and Cymru (the native Welsh name for Wales) have been noted by linguists and historians, particularly when exploring Indo-European and Celtic roots.
Ingleton, located in North Yorkshire, England, has a rich and diverse history that spans thousands of years. The village is situated in the scenic area of the Yorkshire Dales, which has long been inhabited and influenced by a variety of cultures.
Jan 17
Often, the key aspect of being able to make progress with regards to researching the past. Is through the application of critical thinking, when it comes to accepting common, or even given understanding and interpretations of what is being explored.
Jan 14
Brigantian Druidry, as understood through ancestral teachings and historical reflection, was a system deeply rooted in finding personal truth within the context of individual experience and lineage.
The Celtic Head in Ramsgill, North Yorkshire, is a fascinating artifact that offers a glimpse into the region’s ancient past.
Oct 29
These small, delicate gold objects are highly significant, they offer insight into the social status, trade connections, and cultural practices of early Bronze Age societies in Britain.
The Roman Ford at Barnard Castle, located on the River Tees, is a fascinating historical site. It is believed to have been part of a Roman road connecting Bowes (Lavatrae) and Binchester (Vinovium), indicating the area’s significance during the Roman era.
Jul 08
The Border Reivers were a formidable force in the history of Britain, particularly during the tumultuous period from the late 13th century to the early 17th century. These raiders, hailing from both Scottish and English descent, operated along the Anglo-Scottish border, a region marked by constant strife and conflict.
Jul 07
Syncretism is where two or more differing beliefs become merged. In England, this first happened under Roman rule, where many pre-existing Celtic shrines to specific deities were associated with Roman deities of the same qualities or attributes. Based on extensive research, I am now confident that in Britain, the early Christians undertook a similar process and with that knowledge, we should be able to reverse engineer, to some extent, our local Brigantian Celtic pantheons.
