Following the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, the blog is now back and there have been several events involving the Centre for Kent History and Heritage.
Exploring Kent’s history – and having fun!
Even though there have been exceedingly momentous events taking place this week, perhaps of even greater concern for historians, especially medievalists having witnessed the televised proclamation of an English monarch […]
Conflict in Kent – from Becket to modern times
This week is a quick catch up on August events, especially Dr Diane Heath’s ‘Medieval Animals Heritage’ project, and a book review from Dr Martin Watts, but first notifications of […]
Dragons, Becket and Lossenham – a busy summer!
Just in case you thought we at CKHH have been doing nothing for the last three weeks and that we are intending to do nothing for the next similar period, […]
Medieval Pageant and much more
This week features multiple activities of staff and students in the Centre which might be said to mark the end of the academic year and herald the start of summer. […]
Pilgrims, Tithe and Maritime Communities – exploring Kent’s history
To report, although decidedly wet in the West Midlands, the day went extremely well for all concerned (see last week’s blog), and thanks to Diane, yes, we have seen the […]
More dragons, Becket Miracle Windows and Dover
Please note change of venue!! Due to some technical issues, Dr Rachel Koopmans’ illustrated presentation will take place at St Dunstan’s church on Thursday 23 June at 7pm on the […]
Dragons, Rochester, Lossenham and Nonington – projects across Kent!
Before I come to the green dragon building, I thought I would highlight again this opportunity for someone interested in early medieval landscape history. OPPORTUNITY FOR HISTORIAN – it could […]
Dover, Becket pilgrims, and medieval animals
STOP PRESS! a fabulous opportunity to see Dr Rachel Koopmans give an illustrated presentation on the Becket Miracle Window that featured in the British Museum’s Becket exhibition last summer. This […]