As Maidstone Borough Council requests a pardon for the Kent women executed for witchcraft in the 17th century, Dr Dave Hitchcock explains the background to the witchcraft trials, and the […]
The return of the Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry looks set to return to the UK for the first time in 900 years, and Professor Leonie Hicks explains its history, significance and Canterbury connections. The Bayeux […]
After 201 years, the 1824 Vagrancy Act is finally dead
As the Vagrancy Act is set to be scrapped, Dr Dave Hitchcock explains its history and influence for the last 200 years. Yesterday, the Labour government announced that it was […]
A gateway county: migrants in 15th-century Canterbury and Kent.
Dr Sheila Sweetinburgh discusses immigration in the 15th century and compares to experiences today.
Taking a stand to eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls
Dr Sofia Graca discusses UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and why we should continue to mark important awareness days.
The end of a geopolitical era?
Dr Alex Kent reflects on the contribution that HM Queen Elizabeth II has made to global geopolitics.
Pilgrimage and late medieval Canterbury
For centuries, following the murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in 1170, Canterbury has been a major Christian pilgrimage destination. Ahead of the city’s annual Medieval Pageant, Dr Sheila Sweetinburgh explores the experiences the medieval pilgrims inside and outside the city walls.
Putin’s vision for Russia: A tale of two statues
Dr Alex Kent explores Putin’s motivations by reflecting on the meanings of two monumental bronze statues.
It’s time to think about our sleep
Joel Petch and Dr Andrew Westwood from Kent and Medway Medical School offer some tips on how to get a good night’s sleep.