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Episode 251 - The remarkable rise and fall of Old Sarum

Episode 251 - The remarkable rise and fall of Old Sarum

FromThe English Heritage Podcast


Episode 251 - The remarkable rise and fall of Old Sarum

FromThe English Heritage Podcast

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Length:
73 minutes
Released:
Jan 25, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week, we're joined by senior properties historian Dr Steven Brindle and historian John McNeill to discuss the story of Old Sarum in Wiltshire — one of the most eclectic and important sites in southern England, with over 2,000 years of history.

Continuously occupied since Roman times, it uniquely combines a royal castle and cathedral within the remains of an Iron Age fortification. Join us to discover how it was once the setting of the Oath of Sarum under William the Conqueror and the location of Salisbury's original Cathedral before becoming a rotten borough. 
     
To learn more about Old Sarum or plan a visit, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/oldsarum. 
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Released:
Jan 25, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites, and brings the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk