Queen Seondeok of Silla’s Astronomy Tower
Cheomseongdae is the world's oldest surviving astronomy tower built in the reign of Queen Seondeok of Silla (in modern-day Korea).
Nicola de la Haye Resource Pack
A resource pack on Nicola de la Haye, sheriff of Lincolnshire, who defended Lincoln Castle during three major sieges.
Khitan Liao Empresses Presentation
A presentation made by Ellie Woodacre on the Khitan Liao empresses.
Women of the Norman Conquest Resource Pack
A combined resource pack on seven prominent eleventh-century women and their connections to the Norman Conquest.
Margaret Beaufort’s Patronage
A factsheet concerning an indenture made by Margaret Beaufort as well as further acts of patronage from the 'King's Mother'.
Isabella of France’s Seal
A factsheet on the seal of Isabella of France - as well as two badges made to ridicule her.
Shajar al-Durr Resource Pack
A resource pack on Shajar al-Durr, the slave who became sultana of Egypt and Syria, including a short biography, primary source extracts and a reading list.
Eleanor of Castile’s Statue
A factsheet on one of the statues depicting Eleanor of Castile, queen of England, from the Eleanor Crosses built by her husband. Edward I, in memory of her.
Melisende of Jerusalem Resource Pack
A resource pack with biography, primary source extracts and reading list on Melisende of Jerusalem.
Eleanor of Aquitaine’s Charter
A factsheet on a charter made by Eleanor of Aquitaine to Fontevraud Abbey.