The Saxons’ defeat by the Vikings was shaped by disunity, strategy, and timing. This account examines how internal rivalries, ...

October is the day when many churches remember the Christian King Alfred the Great. He was driven by biblical principles and ...

David "Mac" MacDonald used to serve on U.S. nuclear subs. Now he's working on a precise replica of a ship that set sail almost 1,500 years ago.

Netflix fans have discovered a "masterful" period drama based on a beloved series of books, and they can't get enough ...

King Alfred the Great was born in the Oxfordshire town who celebrated the monarch in an "incredible" festival featuring costumes.

The legacy of Rhodri ap Merfyn, commonly known as Rhodri the Great (Rhodri Mawr in Welsh) reaches far beyond his lifetime.

How Effective Was A Saxon Sword In Battle? This video is an extended trailer for the History Hit TV documentary 'The Sharp ...

Ipswich dates back to the 7th Century, was occupied by the Vikings and was burnt down by William the Conqueror. Mr Wade has ...

A metal detectorist convicted of stealing part of a Viking hoard valued at £3m is back in jail after not paying back his ...

This small village is home to a pub which claims to be the oldest in Britain with a history dating back 1,000 years.

This is why the east London borough has been chosen to receive a £200 million investment from the National Lottery Heritage ...

The Athelstan Pilgrim Way, a new 100-mile trail in Wiltshire, recalls the reign of England's first king 1,100 years after his ...