Domesday Delving

By: Claire Stephen-Walker
  • Summary

  • 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.
    Claire Stephen-Walker
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Episodes
  • DD - Episode 17 - Bratton
    Dec 17 2024
    A look into Bratton, Somerset, before and after 1066.
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    9 mins
  • DD - Episode 16 - Little Puddle
    Dec 3 2024
    A look at the charmingly named Little Puddle in Dorset. Along with an examination of the complexities of medieval land ownership.
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    10 mins
  • DD - Episode 15 - Luckington
    Nov 26 2024
    A delve into the past of Luckington in Wiltshire, and an in-depth look at ridge-and-furrow ploughing techniques.
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    12 mins

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