Starts: Saturday 9 May 2026, 10am to 1pm GMT
In 927 Athelstan, King of Wessex, seized the Kingdom of Jorvik from its Scandinavian rulers and “succeeded to the kingdom of the Northumbrians”. But “Yorkshire” regained its independence after Athelstan’s death in 934 and only finally submitted to the House of Wessex after the assassination of Eric Bloodaxe in 954. Discover why Athelstan is considered to be the first King of “England” and how the kings of Wessex conquered the North.
Start Date: Saturday 9 May 2026
Time: 10am to 1pm GMT
Duration: 1 week
Full Fee: £35
Location: Online
This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.
Book your place on this course using this link. We will send you an invoice after you have booked your place.