The Medieval Nuns of Wallingwells Priory
A resource pack on Wallingwells Priory and the case of Katherine Norfolk, a 13-year-old nun who found herself at the heart of a bitter family and legal dispute in 1425.
Tamar of Georgia Timeline
A detailed timeline of Tamar of Georgia’s life with images of a coin minted under her rule.
Women in Crusading Contexts Webinar
As part of the BeBold History Network webinar series, Natasha Hodgson speaks with Sam Jones about the various ways women were involved in crusading contexts
History Extra – Did women go on crusade?
Natasha Hodgson answers the age-old question: did women go on crusade? And the answer is: yes, they did!
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.
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.
Shajar al-Durr’s Coin
A factsheet on Shajar al-Durr, sultana of Egypt, and the coins minted in her name.
Prioress Lucy’s Mortuary Roll
A factsheet on Prioress Lucy of Hedingham's mortuary roll.
Shajar al-Durr Introduction Video
A short animated clip on the life of Shajar al-Durr, sultana of Egypt.