Michael SmithDec 22, 20236 minCastles and Landscapes – Hautdesert Castle in Sir Gawain and the Green KnightMichael Smith discusses the Gawain-poet's castle Hautdesert, showing how its place in the landscape reflected the zeitgeist of his time.
Michael Smith, Author, Translator, PrintmakerJul 2, 20214 minThe motorway motte - Lilbourne castle and mediaeval village, NorthamptonshireA description of the fascinating early mediaeval motte and bailey, fishponds, village earthworks and church at Lilbourne, Northamptonshire
Michael Smith, Mythical BritainMay 25, 20205 minPleshey and Great Canfield Castles – Two Norman Mottes in EssexA detailed look at two magnificent Norman motte-and-bailey castles in Essex: Great Canfield and Pleshey. Both are well worth the trip to see
Michael Smith, Author, Translator, PrintmakerMar 18, 20195 minBolingbroke Castle, Lincolnshire - a wonder in the fensBolingbroke Castle is a special castle with a history fundamentally linked to the history of England. Built on an hexagonal plan, the castle