Domesday Delving

By: Claire Stephen-Walker
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  • 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.
    Copyright Claire Stephen-Walker
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Episodes
  • DD - Episode 7 - Ruckinge

    DD - Episode 7 - Ruckinge
    Oct 1 2024
    In this episode of Domesday Delving, we visit the small village of Ruckinge in Kent. Once held by Leofraed under King Edward, Ruckinge came under the control of Ralph fitz Richard after the Norman Conquest. We’ll dive into the Domesday entry to uncover what half a sulung of land meant, explore the lives of the local villagers, and trace the impact of Norman rule on this rural community. With a special focus on Ralph fitz Richard’s role, this episode brings Ruckinge’s medieval past to life, offering insights into feudal landholding and daily life in post-Conquest England.
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    6 mins
  • DD - Episode 6 - Pontefract (Tanshelf)

    DD - Episode 6 - Pontefract (Tanshelf)
    Sep 24 2024
    In this episode of Domesday Delving, we journey to Pontefract in West Yorkshire, known as Tanshelf at the time of the Domesday survey. We'll explore the life of Ilbert de Lacy, one of William the Conqueror’s most powerful barons, and uncover how the Norman Conquest reshaped this vital stronghold. From the significance of Pontefract’s strategic location to the origins of its name, which memorializes a ‘broken bridge’ destroyed during the Harrying of the North, we’ll see how Ilbert’s influence helped define the region’s history.
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    11 mins
  • DD Episode 5 - Lonton

    DD Episode 5 - Lonton
    Sep 17 2024
    In this episode of Domesday Delving, we journey to Lonton, the northernmost entry in the Domesday Book, and explore one of the darkest periods in England’s history: the Harrowing of the North. Discover the devastating impact of William the Conqueror’s brutal campaign, the rebellion that fueled it, and how the scars of those events still linger in the region today. This deep dive into medieval history touches on the fragility of life, the resilience of those who survived, and the lasting consequences of unchecked power.
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    16 mins
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