Winter in the medieval period was a harsh and unforgiving season. For many, surviving the cold months required a combination of practical knowledge, resourcefulness, and sheer determination. Unlike the modern conveniences of central heating and insulated homes, medieval people had to rely on simpler, yet effective, methods to stay warm and healthy during winter.

A review of Michael Livingston’s revelatory book on the Battle of Crecy - a must read for anyone interested in the medieval period.

A review of ‘The Wars of the Roses: The medieval Art of Graham Turner’.

A review of Sharon Bennett Connolly’s new book, ‘Women of the Anarchy’

Drawing from the mesmerizing artistic forms of the early Viking Age, familiar to many from the iconic illuminations of the Book of Kells, this edition will solidly ground the tale in the vibrant aesthetic of the heroic age which produced it.

There’s a tool you can likely see during Medieval reenactments in Europe: the lucet. The history of the lucet is still unclear, the archaeologists still debating about artifacts, shapes and sizes.

The medieval period was obsessed with the idea of ancient Rome. But the city in the mid-14th century was not what she used to be.

Living Historian Leah takes us through some lessons she learnt during the pandemic and how it has made her a better reenactor.

How reenacting helped inspire the writing of author Paula Lofting, set in Early Medieval England

The migration period provides many beautiful accessories - ‘the variety of shapes, and patterns, rich gemstones, juicy colours’ are inspiring and a far cry from the ‘Dark Ages’ we all think we know. Armour and Castings recreate them with great attention to detail.

The Sandwich Medieval Centre, Kent, offers a wide range of courses and experiences all about the late medieval world, from blacksmithing to mead making.