Tag Archives: Historical Periods

Wandering back in time – through a real medieval village ~ Alli Templeton

Posted on May 3, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Medieval Wanderings: Writing about Easter in the Middle Ages has got me thinking about village life back then. It’s harder to pin down the lives of ordinary medieval people because they left little of themselves behind. I’ve walked … Continue reading →

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Edward and Eleanor: a royal love story set in stone ~ Alli Templeton

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Medieval Wanderings: A royal wedding in medieval times was all about sealing alliances and striking political deals, so emotional entanglements didn’t usually enter the equation. Consequently, it was common for husbands in royal and elite circles to play … Continue reading →

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Loyalty and Betrayal at Old Sarum ~ Alli Templeton

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Medieval Wanderings: With my Low Castles warning light flickering again, this weekend meant seeking out some castle therapy. Old Sarum is unique. Its ruins crown the summit of an Iron Age hillfort in the rolling Wiltshire countryside near … Continue reading →