Domesday Delving

著者： Claire Stephen-Walker
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  • Domesday Delving is a journey back in time to explore the hidden histories of England's towns and villages as recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. From the lives of local peasants and the roles of medieval churches to the power struggles between lords, each episode offers an engaging and in-depth look at a different location in medieval England. Whether you have a personal connection to a place or are simply curious about the past, Domesday Delving brings history to life with vivid storytelling and expert insights.

    Episodes are uploaded weekly on Tuesdays.
    Copyright Claire Stephen-Walker
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  • DD Episode 5 - Lonton

    DD Episode 5 - Lonton
    2024/09/17
    In this episode of Domesday Delving, we journey to Lonton, the northernmost entry in the Domesday Book, and explore one of the darkest periods in England’s history: the Harrowing of the North. Discover the devastating impact of William the Conqueror’s brutal campaign, the rebellion that fueled it, and how the scars of those events still linger in the region today. This deep dive into medieval history touches on the fragility of life, the resilience of those who survived, and the lasting consequences of unchecked power.
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    16 分
  • DD - Episode 4 - Bakewell

    DD - Episode 4 - Bakewell
    2024/09/10
    In this episode of Domesday Delving, we journey to Bakewell, a picturesque town in Derbyshire, best known today for its delicious puddings and tarts. But beneath its charming surface lies a rich history that’s been shaped by its strategic importance and valuable resources.

    We’ll explore Bakewell’s origins, tracing back to its founding by Anglo-Saxons, and discover why it was a prized royal holding both before and after the Norman Conquest. We'll also delve into the medieval lead mines that made Bakewell a key industrial center, unearthing the dangerous and arduous work that sustained the community.
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    9 分
  • DD - Episode 3 - Lavenham

    DD - Episode 3 - Lavenham
    2024/09/03
    In this episode of Domesday Delving, we return to the medieval village of Lavenham, this time focusing on the lands once held by Wulfwine, an Anglo-Saxon thegn. After the Norman Conquest, these lands fell into the hands of the powerful Aubrey de Vere. Join me, Claire, as we uncover how Aubrey's strategic shifts in agriculture and resource management, including the mysterious addition of a vineyard, transformed Lavenham into a thriving estate. We’ll also explore how slavery began its evolution into serfdom under Norman rule and reflect on what this tells us about power, land, and social change in medieval England.
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    11 分

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Domesday Delving is a journey back in time to explore the hidden histories of England's towns and villages as recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. From the lives of local peasants and the roles of medieval churches to the power struggles between lords, each episode offers an engaging and in-depth look at a different location in medieval England. Whether you have a personal connection to a place or are simply curious about the past, Domesday Delving brings history to life with vivid storytelling and expert insights.

Episodes are uploaded weekly on Tuesdays.
Copyright Claire Stephen-Walker
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