The Making Of The Middle Ages

Europe from AD 476 to 1000 remains a mystery to many and is often mischaracterised as a time of darkness and decline. In this illustrated talk, however, John Haywood demonstrates how a new and more resilient continent ultimately emerged from the ashes of the crumbling Roman Empire. Using a series of specially commissioned maps, John traces the spread of Christianity, the emergence of Islam, the rise and fall of kingdoms, and the birth of the leading nations of modern Europe to tell a tale not of decline, but of endurance, reinvention and remarkable strength.

Location

Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, GL7 2BX.

Date & Time

Tuesday 27 October,
12-1pm & 2 to 3 pm

Tickets

Standard: £12.50

Under 22s: £5

Parking Information

Nearest car parks: Old Station Car Park, Brewery Car Park, Sheep Street Car Park, Abbey Grounds Car Park. Some free weekend parking is also available at St James’s Place House, 1 Tetbury Rd, GL7 2BX.

Accessibility Information

Two disabled parking spots available outside; level, accessible entry into the museum and multiple accessible toilets.