Congratulations to Professor Hopper on becoming an SAHR Fellow - we look forward to hosting you at our AGM next month.

Podcast: Fleeing the Irish Rebellion - Refugees' experiences In October 1641 a bloody rebellion swept across Ireland. We talk to Dr Bethany Marsh Dr Bethany Marsh/Levett, whose research into the fate of Irish refugees has been awarded the Midlands History Prize. worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/the-ir…

Powick Bridge is seriously in danger if left unattended. worcesternews.co.uk/news/24184361.…

Our Schools' Conference in June is now fully booked but there are still a few places remaining at our inset day in May - book now if you want to secure a spot! #alevel #historyteachers

Powick Bridge, a historic symbol of England’s past, faces a perilous future. The scene for the first & last encounters in the English Civil War, our video reveals its deteriorating state since January. Urgent action is needed to save this listed landmark. Worcestershire County Council #History

Listen: The story of John Poyer. The man who held Pembroke for Parliament, then turned his coat & fought against Cromwell. @treorchyexile explains this incredible story and how he has now published an enthralling biography of this tempestuous life. worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/john-p…

New Podcast Quakerism - Born in the tumult of Civil Wars Dr Erica Canela explores the early history of the Quakers and their soon-to-be notorious leaders who spread this message from their homes in the north of England to every corner of country and beyond. worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/light-…

Our next exhibit opens on Saturday 4 May, looking at what #Huntingdon was like at the time Cromwell was born here 425 years ago, as well as his early life. More details at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromwel… #17thCentury

New Podcast Quakerism - Challenged after the Restoration Between 1660 and 1689, Quakerism faced formidable challenges for early Quakers who had survived the civil wars. Dr Erica Canela asks how did Quakerism survive such harsh persecution? worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/yet-on…

Don't miss the next talk in our Governor Lecture Series! Join Professor Andrew Hopper and @isminipells uncover their findings from their 'The Civil War Petitions Project'. Book your ticket now: loom.ly/X4yLjw0 @OxfordConted Civil War Petitions The World Turned Upside Down @museumcromwell

Delighted to be in such excellent company in this volume with a chapter on #orphans and #petitions during the #civilwars! And all #openaccess! Some of the material came from the fabulous Civil War Petitions project website: if you haven’t already do check out their amazing resources

New publication out today, featuring a chapter by our very own @treorchyexile based on the #cwpetitions project!

Who 'authored' petitions and how did they do it? Lloyd Bowen (@treorchyexile) answers our questions about his newly published #OpenAccess research on the #PowerOfPetitioning in our *new* post: petitioning.history.ac.uk/blog/2024/06/l…

#OnThisDay 14 June 1645 was the Battle of Naseby (with hindsight) the decisive battle of the first #EnglishCivilWar, where the army of Charles I was defeated by the New Modelled Army commanded by Sir Thomas Fairfax with Cromwell as his deputy. Map in our collection. #17thCentury

New Podcast Uncovering a 'forgotten' massacre The history of the #CivilWars often focuses on the large battles. However, it was mostly small-scale local conflicts. David Appleby has uncovered the realities of Shelford House - a massacre & a cover-up. worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/uncove…

LISTEN to this fascinating The World Turned Upside Down discussion of the two hours that changed the world worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/two-ho…

How did Parliament respond to the ‘clamour’ of petitioners over the course of the 17th century? Jason Peacey answers our questions about his new chapter on the #PowerOfPetitioning in early modern England in our latest post: petitioning.history.ac.uk/blog/2024/06/j…

New Podcast Yorkshire in the Civil Wars A bloody strategic battleground This episode shines a light on the role played by Yorkshire in Parliament’s victory during the Civil Wars. Prof Andrew Hopper describes the story of these revolutionary years. worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/yorksh…