Sutton Hoo: Britain's Greatest Archaeological Treasure (Stuart
Orme)
On the eve of the Second World War, a remarkable discovery was
made in a remote part of Suffolk, the buried treasures of an
Anglo-Saxon Warrior King. But how were these treasures found? What
is the bizarre story behind them? And who was buried in the grave
with the treasures? Come along to this talk and find out the
answers to these and other questions. Duration: 60 minutes
(Illustrated).
An Englishman's Home: a brief history of the Castle (Stuart
Orme)
Today castles are one of the most potent features of our
medieval past, but these important sites have been used as symbols
of power, military fortifications and homes. Discover the
fascinating story of the castle, from the self assembly wooden kits
brought by the Normans to the artillery forts of Henry VIII in an
entertaining and informative talk. Duration: 90 minutes
(Illustrated).
Towton 1461: An archaeological anatomy of Britain's bloodiest
battle (Stuart Orme)
Fought in a snowstorm on Palm Sunday 1461, the battle of Towton
is the largest and bloodiest in British history. What events led to
this enormous conflict, what happened during the battle? Using the
latest archaeological evidence, you'll hear what the experience was
like for the men who fought there - without the chivalry. You'll
also get to handle replica weapons and costume for this one!
Duration - 90 minutes (Illustrated).
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