Young women, frustrated with dating apps, gather at Medieval Times events.
Medieval Times: A Charming Escape for Modern Romance Young women are increasingly seeking romance at Medieval Times events, choosing knights over dating apps. This trend seems to align with the popularity of romantasy—a blend of romance and fantasy—now prevalent in both literature and media, like Game of Thrones. Medieval Times, established in 1983, offers an […]
Archaeologists discover a medieval tunnel at a Neolithic burial site in Germany
Discovery of Medieval Tunnel in Germany Recently, German archaeologists made an intriguing find: a medieval tunnel situated within an ancient burial ground. This discovery was shared in a press release on January 29 by the Saxony-Anhalt Department of Heritage Management and Archeology. The tunnel was found in a burial complex from the Middle Neolithic era […]
Remains of a medieval village found during an excavation in East Suffolk, England
Excavations Reveal Lost Medieval Village Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remains of a previously undiscovered medieval village during pre-construction work for an offshore wind farm. On December 9, Wessex Archaeology announced that a research team had found an unknown Anglo-Saxon settlement close to Friston in East Suffolk, England. The excavation was conducted in partnership with […]
Danish researchers discover 77 medieval graves revealing struggles
New Discoveries in Medieval Tombs in Denmark Danish archaeologists have recently uncovered a significant number of medieval tombs, shedding light on how disease and hardship influenced life in early Christian Denmark. The Morsgaard Museum in Veder, Denmark, shared the news in a release. Among the findings was a skeleton from St. Olaf’s cemetery, which was […]
Worker dies following 11-hour effort to rescue from fallen medieval tower in Rome
Tragic Tower Collapse in Rome In Rome, Italy, firefighters worked tirelessly for 11 hours on Monday to rescue workers trapped inside a medieval tower that collapsed during renovation efforts. One worker, Oktav Stroich, was ultimately rescued but sadly succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter, as reported by the Associated Press. Rescue operations initially focused on […]
Medieval structures discovered at Oxford University uncover details about student life from long ago
Excavation at University of Oxford Reveals Medieval Treasures Recently, archaeologists unearthed the remains of several academic halls at the University of Oxford, shedding light on the lives of medieval students. This excavation has been ongoing at Hertford College, part of the University of Oxford, since 2024, coinciding with the construction of a new library. The […]
Fisherman searching for bait finds large medieval treasure in concealed pot
A fortunate individual in Sweden stumbled upon a cauldron brimming with medieval jewelry, rings, and a staggering number of coins, all remarkably well-preserved. This discovery took place in Stockholm County, which has 26 municipalities, as noted in a mid-September statement from the Stockholm County Management Board. The discoverer was reportedly digging for worms—yes, for fishing […]
Fisherman in Sweden discovers almost 20,000 medieval coins in an old treasure stash
Medieval Treasure Unearthed in Sweden A fortunate individual in Sweden stumbled upon a cauldron filled with medieval rings, pendants, and a staggering number of coins, all of which are remarkably well-preserved. This discovery took place in Stockholm County, an area encompassing 26 municipalities, as mentioned in a statement from the Stockholm County Management Board. The […]
12th century castle discovered in Scotland reveals a center of medieval authority
Discovery of a Lost Medieval Castle in Scotland Recently, archaeologists made an exciting find: a castle belonging to a nearly forgotten medieval kingdom, situated on an island in Scotland. The Scottish Antiques Society announced this discovery on September 17, which came after nearly 30 years of exploration. The site, located at Finlaggan in Islay, is […]
Members of a hobbyist group unintentionally find medieval treasures in the forests of Poland
Metal Detector Group Strikes Gold in Poland A group passionate about metal detecting recently embarked on a memorable summer journey through the Polish countryside, leading to an astonishing discovery: a treasure trove of ancient coins and gold. Denar Karis, a metal detection group from the central Polish city of Kalisz, uncovered a pot brimming with […]