Anglo-Saxon Britain1 day agoTown celebrates links with medieval English kingA blue plaque is dedicated to King Alfred the Great, known for defeating the Vikings at the Battle of Edington in 878.1 day agoWiltshire8 Jun 2025One of a kind 7th Century gold coin found in fieldThe design is a mash-up of Christian and pagan designs from the same era as the Sutton Hoo ship.8 Jun 2025Norfolk20 May 2025Castle acquires largest Anglo-Saxon gold coin hoardRare gold coins that were found in west Norfolk by two metal detectorists are set to go on display.20 May 2025Norfolk11 May 2025Saxon cross discovered in field to go on displayThe pendant is believed to date from the 8th Century and have been a worn by a high status person.11 May 2025West Yorkshire14 Apr 2025Bid for museum and trail to mark Viking battlePlans are being put together to honour a warrior ruler.14 Apr 2025Wolverhampton3 Apr 2025Council asked to reconsider housing at battle siteThe houses would be built on ground thought to have staged a battle between Saxons and Danes.3 Apr 2025Devon27 Mar 2025Sutton Hoo helmet may actually come from Denmark, archaeologist suggestsA Danish metal detectorist's find raises questions about where the iconic helmet is from, experts say.27 Mar 2025Suffolk23 Feb 2025Free play sessions at Anglo-Saxon burial siteThe "Little Hoo-ligans" 90-minute sessions include craft activities, games, songs, and outdoor trails.23 Feb 2025Suffolk27 Jan 2025Export bar on Anglo-Saxon gold and garnet panelThe piece of art, valued at almost £4,000, was found in a field near Pocklington in 2013.27 Jan 2025Hull & East Yorkshire...
