Anglo-Saxons

Discover the history, culture and influence of the Anglo-Saxons in Britain

British Library Treasures

Discover some of the British Library's most treasured objects

Discovering Literature: Shakespeare & Renaissance

Explore Shakespeare and Renaissance writers in context

Magna Carta

Explore the origins and 800-year legacy of Magna Carta, and discover its relevance to justice, liberty and the law today...

Medieval England and France, 700–1200

Explore illuminated manuscripts from the national libraries of the UK and France

The Middle Ages

Discover illuminated manuscripts and articles that shed light on everyday life in the medieval period