Category: Medieval 510AD – 1484

Who Was St George?

Here’s a bit about what we know about St George:   Who was St. George? George was following in his father’s footsteps and joined the

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The Resting Place of Westminster’s Royal Builder Henry III

If you’re ever in London and find yourself in the Abbey, have a look over to the side of the choir – chances are you’ll see an impressive tomb with a recumbent effigy of a king. That’s the tomb of Henry III, one of England’s most prolific builders during the Middle Ages. If you look carefully, you’ll spot something unusual about it – there are no less than four different types of stone used in its construction. This is because Henry was a builder who liked to experiment with new materials and techniques. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this remarkable king and his impressive achievements as a builder…Find out more.

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