In addition, he gave baby George a priceless manuscript from 1679 proclaiming Edward the Confessor's saint day. The gifts ...

Perhaps even better than “The Pasty” hoard itself is the story behind its discovery. Pegg discovered the hoard only 9 months ...

But on the 5th of January 1066, King Edward the Confessor put England in terrible danger. He died, without leaving a son and heir. This was a disaster. It left the country vulnerable to attacks ...

In a stone shrine at the heart of Westminster Abbey is the tomb of Edward the Confessor, king and saint, although this was not his original resting place. 5 minute read Edward, was born in Islip, ...

Discover more about St Edward the Confessor, who is the only king of England to be made a saint. In this KS2 lesson, designed to last for one hour, you will cover the importance of saints within ...

Westminster Abbey has been home to royal coronations since 1066 For nearly a thousand years, Westminster Abbey in London has played an important role in the British monarchy. The historic ...

In 1066, the English king Edward the Confessor lay dying in his bed. Three powerful men had strong claims to succeed him, but only Harold Godwinson was close enough to grab power. A Final Takeoff ...

Members of York's own Shepherd Brass Band have formed a Brass Quartet and are performing in their first concert this Saturday evening (January 11) at 7pm at Edward the Confessor Church in Dringhouses.