Medieval castles were built for war, power, and spectacle—but they also had to function as crowded homes. Without plumbing, ...
After more than nine centuries of standing guard over the city of Norwich, the castle keep of Norwich Castle has finally opened its doors again after a transformative five-year overhaul costing around ...
Despite what pop culture might have you believe, living in a medieval castle wasn't all that glamorous. If you were one of the lucky ruling class, you got some wine or the occasional hot bath. But ...
After five years and a $37 million restoration, Norwich Castle—one of England’s most iconic Norman fortresses—is reopening its doors with a meticulous recreation of its 12th-century grandeur. From ...
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The idea that medieval people routinely emptied chamber pots straight into the street as their primary method of waste ...
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