Lincoln Castle will open its gates and transport visitors back in time at the weekend, transforming its grounds into a scene from Medieval England.
The Medieval Merriment event at the castle will be brought to life with theatrical performances and re-enactments of traditional crafts.
Bestselling author and historian Alison Weir, who recently visited Lincoln to promote her latest book, The Captive Queen , explains why Lincoln is really such brilliant place for rediscovering the past.
In the past she has spent a lot of time in Lincoln researching her books, in particular, while writing a biography of local historical figure, Katherine Swynford.
“When I was researching Katherine Swynford I was up and down from Surrey like a yoyo. I spent my time researching in the cathedral library and around the town.
“I have learnt a lot from my research here because, actually, you’re still essentially living in medieval Lincoln. The Layout is still the same.
“You could do a book on Royal Lincoln and you could pack it.Henry II came here and obviously there is St Hugh of Lincoln.
“Like so many Kings and Queens, Henry VIII came here with Katherine of Howard on progress, and of course part of Eleanor of Castile, wife of Edward I, is buried here.
Her latest novel, The Captive Queen , based on the turbulent life of Elenor of Aquitaine, even features the character Rohese de Clare, countess of Lincoln.
Mistress to the King, she had a reputation for being the most beautiful woman in England, and provides a pivotal turning point in Weir’s story.
Not only does Weir enjoy coming to Lincoln for its history and heritage, she also has enjoyed hosting many events here.
She has also performed at the cathedral alongside local historian Tracy Borman, where they gave a talk on their respective titles The Lady in the Tower and Elisabeth’s Women.
“I always have a wonderful time when I come to Lincoln.
Bestselling author and historian Alison Weir, who recently visited Lincoln to promote her latest book, The Captive Queen, explains why Lincoln is really such brilliant place for rediscovering the past. In the past she has spent a lot of time in Lincoln

Other biographers in attendance include Claire Tomalin on Dickens, Hitler expert Ian Kershaw and Alison Weir's Mary Boleyn. One man switching to fiction is Sheffield-based climber and writer Joe Simpson with a book called The Sound of Gravity,
Claire Tomalin, political journalist and author Polly Toynbee, royals biographer Alison Weir, advertising agency supremo Sir John Hegarty, award-winning poet, Huddersfield's playwright and novelist Simon Armitage. Books for discussion include Start It

Or listen to the new breed of History Girls - Kate Williams, Alison Weir, Sarah Gristwood and Tracy Borman - as they introduce us to Matilda of Flanders, Queen of William the Conqueror; 'that great and infamous whore' Mary Boleyn; Katherine Carey,

In the US, he has had more success getting this in front of people than anyone alive except perhaps for Alison Weir, who is a tireless advocate for Palestine. Each of these extremely talented activists has a knack for public exposure and helping people
Bestselling author and historian Alison Weir, who recently visited Lincoln to promote her latest book, The Captive Queen , explains why Lincoln is really such brilliant place for rediscovering the past. In the past she has spent a lot of time in Lincoln researching her books, in particular, while writing a biography of local historical figure, Katherine Swynford.
@ Starkey reminds me of Alison Weir - fine historian but anti-Semitic bitch. What is it about Tudor specialists?
Medieval Lincoln captures best-selling author and historian Alison Weir. Lincoln Castle will open its gates and ...
Medieval News: Medieval Lincoln captures best-selling author and historian Alison Weir
Bestselling author and historian Alison Weir, who recently visited Lincoln to promote her latest book, The Capti...
Medieval Lincoln captures best-selling author and historian Alison Weir: Bestselling author and historian Alison...