Please enable JavaScript in your web browser to get the best experience.

The National Archives and the Medieval State

This session was chaired by Dr Adam Chapman of the Centre for the History of People, Place and Communities and the Victoria County History and featured, Dr Paul Dryburgh of The National Archives.

Paul introduced the medieval state, its structure and its records with a particular focus on local histories within his work at The National Archives.

This session also included advice and information on the workings of Discovery (the TNA catalogue) and how you can get the best from it.

Learn more about training available from the Institute of Historical Research.

Useful website shared during the session:

Related Content

British History Online

British History Online is a digital library of key printed primary and secondary sources for the history of Britain and Ireland.

Open and Free Access Materials for Research

From March 2020, we've created a guide to freely accessible online resources. We hope this helps researchers who cannot currently visit libraries or archives.

CHPPC Events

The Centre for the History of People, Place and Community organises a range of imaginative events and activities. All welcome - please check our event listings.

CHPPC Training & Events Archive

The Centre for the History of People, Place and Community Training and Events Archive includes our past workshops, seminars, training sessions and lectures.