Book Launch Spotlight: Courage: Tales of History, Mystery and Hope, by Judith Arnopp, Anna Belfrage, Derek Birks, Cathie Dunn, Patricia Furstenberg, Jean Gill, Kathy Hollick-Bater, Helen Hollick, Caro...

Available from Amazon UK and Amazon US Fifteen historical short stories, covering eras from Roman to present-day by Judith Arnopp, Anna Bel...

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Edward I and Wales | A Slice of Medieval #95

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian and author, David Pilling to discuss Edward I and Wales. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic So

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England in the Early 11th century | A Slice of Medieval #93

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the early eleventh century in England, with historical fiction author, Peter Gibbons. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from

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The Stanley Brothers | A Slice of Medieval #94

Stream The Stanley Brothers | A Slice of Medieval #94 by A Slice of Medieval on desktop and mobile. Play over 320 million tracks for free on SoundCloud.

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The Last Queen: Book One of The Chronicles of Cleopatra

Amazon.com: The Last Queen: Book One of The Chronicles of Cleopatra eBook : Lawrence, G. : Books

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The First Crusade | A Slice of Medieval #90

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Henry Tudor | A Slice of Medieval #86

In our first 'Goes Tudor' episode, historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historical fiction author, Tony Riches, to discuss Henry Tudor's path to the thro

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Mercia | A Slice of Medieval #87

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author, historian and archaeologist, Max Adams, to discuss the rise and fall of the Kingdom of Mercia. Music by A

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Post Roman Britain | A Slice of Medieval #84

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the problems faced by Britain in the fifth century after the end of Roman rule. They also consider whether there was actua

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An A to Z of English History | A Slice of Medieval #83

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author and Ian Mortimer, to discuss his new historical work, An A to Z of English History. Music by Adriel Fair li

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Christmas Episode 2025 | A Slice of Medieval #82

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks re-visit some of their favourite Slice of Medieval episodes, including: Bernard Cornwell, JustinHill, Anne O'Brien and David Gilma

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Christmas Episode 2025 | A Slice of Medieval #82

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks re-visit some of their favourite Slice of Medieval episodes, including: Bernard Cornwell, JustinHill, Anne O'Brien and David Gilma

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Eighth Century Europe | A Slice of Medieval #80

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author and podcaster, Matthew Harffy, to discuss the story behind his latest historical novel, Dominion of Dust whic

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December Book Recommendations | A Slice of Medieval #81

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks give their summer book recommendations along with guests: Kathryn Warner, Patricia Bracewell, Helen Castor, Scott Mariani, David P

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8th December 2025

Well, it's that time of year again and the usual preparations are under way. The lead-in to Christmas is already taking its toll on me. Yesterday I had my annual fight with the Christmas tree and this year the tree gave a much stronger showing than usual. Yes, I know it isn't a real tree, but that doesn't mean it can't still inflict pain. Worryingly, from my point of view, the damage was done in trying to prise the sodding tree out of the box. Even now, the day after, my shoulder is still feeling the effects of my epic trial of strength with that inanimate seasonal object.

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Tennis Balls and Glitter Balls!

Annabel Croft, broadcaster, former tennis player and Strictly Come Dancing contestant, is doing a national tour at the moment and last night we went to see her at our small theatre in Christchurch, the Regent. Run largely by volunteers, the Regent is a much-valued local entertainment centre and once hosted Ricky Gervais. And by the way, Ricky, you need to come back for a couple more shows, because last time all the tickets were snapped up online and locals didn't get a look-in. Anyway, back to Annabel. I'm neither a big tennis fan nor any longer a fan of Strictly, but I've always kind of liked Annabel.

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MargaretBeaufort | A Slice of Medieval #79

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian, Lauren Johnson, to discuss the much-maligned Margaret Beaufort. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epid

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Eleanor of Castile | A Slice of Medieval #78

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss, with Sara Cockerill, the remarkable Queen Eleanor of Castile. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

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Edward V | A Slice of Medieval #77

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss Edward V and why he did not become king in 1483. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

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Templar Traitor | A Slice of Medieval #76

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author, Angus Donald, to discuss the story behind his latest historical novel, Templar Traitor. Music by Adriel Fa

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The Sheriff of Nottingham| A Slice of Medieval #75

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by the Sheriff of Nottingham, Richard Townsley, to discuss the role of the medieval sheriff. Music by Adriel Fair lic

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Before 1066 | A Slice of Medieval #7

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the succession problems of late Anglo-Saxon England and their effect on the events of 1066. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

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Joanna Plantagenet | A Slice of Medieval #73

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian and writer, Catherine Hanley, to discuss the life of Joanna Plantagenet. Music by Adriel Fair licensed f

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A Triumvirate of English Earls | A Slice of Medieval #74

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the three powerful English Earls of the Eleventh Century, established by King Cnut: Godwin of Wessex, Leofric of Mercia an

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