One of the rare paintings found at Christ's College in Cambridge.
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The pictures have lain concealed for hundreds of years and were spotted by contractors carrying out restoration work at Christ's College in Cambridge.

Rare medieval paintings discovered by builders

The discovered coins are 1,000 years old.

Early medieval coins unearthed in Eden Valley declared as treasure

Merdon Castle in Hampshire was built between 1129 and 1138 by Henry de Blois, Bishop of Winchester.

Medieval castle taken off at-risk register after repair work

Mottisfont Priory in Hampshire used the seals to confirm payment for indulgences more than 500 years ago.

Medieval seal mould which promised ‘fast-track to heaven’ to go on display

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University of Cambridge's Dr James Wade. A record of medieval live comedy performance has been identified in a 15th-Century manuscript, the Heege Manuscript, giving the "rarest glimpse of a medieval world rich in oral storytelling and popular entertainments".  Monty Python

The stand-up comedy scripts show audiences have been enjoying 'Monty Python'-style sketches as far back as the 15th century, say experts.

'Mad and offensive' medieval comedy scripts compared to Monty Python sketches

A diagram of the human body, showing the veins to be opened for blood-letting, in the 16th century. 
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How to diagnose a skull fractured by a weapon blow is also among the advice in the medieval manuscripts being digitised by Cambridge University Library.

Puppy stuffed with snails? Curious medieval cures revealed

Historic re-enactments and cosplay will form part of the entertainment at Traquair House, near Innerleithen in the Scottish Borders.

Jousters and jesters gather for annual Medieval Fayre

Children are getting the chance to try their hand at medieval sports.

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