Medieval 1066-1485
The Medieval period (or Middle Ages) began in England with the invasion of the Normans and the conquest of England by William the Conqueror at the battle of Hastings. It ends with the defeat of King Richard III by Henry Tudor.
The Tudor historical period began in 1485.
The Battle of Hastings
The animated 'Bayeux Tapestry'
The Domesday Book
An overview of the Middle Ages courtesy of the BBC is available here.
Some more links about life in the Middle Ages.
The Lifestyle of Medieval Peasants
Look at real Medieval Texts thanks to the British Library's 'Virtual Books'
The Genealogical Chronicle of the English Kings
