Gone Medieval

From long-lost Viking ships to kings buried in unexpected places; from murders and power politics, t

Episodes

Total: 379

Justice; the principle that people receive that which they deserve. But what did this mean for women

During the early hours of February 13 1322, disaster struck at the vast cathedral on the Isle of Ely

To mark the US release of our very own Dr Cat Jarman’s incredible book River Kings: A New History of

The Middle Ages were a period of exploration in medicine, but it didn't come without risk. The lack

Medieval Warhorses

2022/1/25

While Braveheart isn't known for its historical accuracy - there is one surprising fact it gets dram

If you travelled back in time to the Medieval period this very second, do you think you would surviv

If you've watched a film or TV show about vikings recently, you may well have noticed a distinctive

Knights in their armour is one of the most enduring images of the Middle Ages, perhaps the first thi

The Kingdom of the Franks was the largest post-Roman barbarian kingdom in Western Europe, ruled by t

Joan of Arc

2022/1/8

Joan of Arc is a name that’s instantly recognisable to most. A controversial figure in her own day,

Leprosy

2022/1/4

Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacteriu

Medieval New Year

2022/1/1

In the medieval world, January 1 wasn’t actually New Year’s Day (that was March 25), but the anniver

Vikings: Surviving Winter

2021/12/28

Vikings are often depicted as fearless warriors, but they were not immune to the harsh realities of

Medieval Christmas

2021/12/25

Ever wondered why we call Christmas, ‘Christmas’? And why it’s celebrated on the 25th December? Or m

Viking Midwinter Solstice

2021/12/21

For many of us, our Christmas traditions have been passed down generations. Whether we realise it or

Nonconforming beyond the limitations of what's typically expected of men and women has been happenin

Building Medieval Churches

2021/12/14

What is a perpendicular church? In this episode, Cat is on location! Invited by expert stonemason An

Heralds & Heraldry

2021/12/11

Heralds and Heraldry share many aspects of modern sport today, from colourful kits to large gatherin

Queen Cynethryth of Mercia was one of the most distinguished rulers of Anglo Saxon Britain. Wife to

The Burgundians

2021/12/4

Battles, murders, and forgotten treasures - the Burgundians lived life like an episode of Game of Th