The site of the pivotal battle of the Wars of the Roses has finally been discovered. For many years the site of the Battle of Bosworth (or Bosworth Field, as it is sometimes known) was lost in the mists of time. Now a team of archaeoloigists and historians has discovered where the battle took place.
Here's an idea that might be of interest to younger readers - or to parents who would like toget their children interested in Britain's remarkably rich history and archeological heritage. Its the Young Archaeologists Club (YAC), and it does just what it says on the tin. The Young Archaeologists Club connects young people aged 8-16 years old who are interested in archaeology, through over 70 local branches across the UK.
Here's an announcement of a new discovery that almost snuck by me unnoticed; archaeologists working on a site on the banks of the River Avon a mile from Stonehenge have discovered evidence of a 'lost' stone circle which stood at the end of a ceremonial avenue between the river and Stonehenge itaelf. The new circle has been dubbed Bluestonehenge.
A metal dectorist investigating a farm field in rural Stafordshire has discovered a fabulous hoard of gold coins dating as far back as the 7th century. Historians are calling the find one of the most important ever made, on a par with the discovery of the Sutton Hoo treasure and the Book of Kells illuminated manuscript.
HistoryTimes is an interesting new concept for those, like me, who are avid about history. While the website has been around for a while, its just relaunched with a new focus; getting ordinary readers to become writers as well. The website, which is an offshoot of the HistoryDirect.com history book store (the folks who run the BBC History bookstore), features famous authors like Andrew Marr and Leanda de Lisle writing about their newest books. But instead of just reading Andrew Marr's article you can write your own article about historical siubjects, review books, or just share something about the local history of your area.
English Heritage has maintained a register of historic sites at risk for many years. The 2009 version of the register has been released, and for the first time, the organization charged with preserving England's historic and architectural heritage has compiled a list of historic gardens and parks which are facing the prospect of damage or destruction from 'neglect, decay or inappropriate change'.
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David Ross is the editor of BritainExpress.com. By training a historian and photographer, he enjoys nothing more than exploring odd corners of Britain.