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From Egyptian astrologers to medieval farmers’ sayings: the Dog Days have a fascinating history full of superstition and curious customs. What’s the story behind them?

Before 1450, a book was worth as much as a year’s salary. Gutenberg’s invention changed all that – and brought the Middle Ages, as we know it, to an end.

Forbidden love, a knight and a princess: the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde inspired Wagner to create a masterpiece. What lies behind it?

Medicinal plants have been part of human life for thousands of years. Find out which herbs are effective, how to use them, and what role they played in medieval monastic medicine.

From the Neolithic spindle to the modern machine: how the spinning wheel transformed textile production – and why it plays a key role in every medieval outfit.

From Neolithic loom weights to brocade robes: how the loom shaped the history of textiles – and why this matters for your medieval costume.

Winter is just around the corner. Find out more here about what November might have been like in the Middle Ages... 

How were fabrics produced in the Middle Ages? In this article, you will learn everything about the extraction, processing and significance of medieval fabrics from this period. Read more here...

In the Middle Ages, colours were much more than just vivid decorative elements; they were important components of social, religious and cultural life. Find out more in this article... What you can