Medieval & Early Modern History

The Medieval era began at the end of the Roman Empire in 476 and ended around 1492. Often referred to as the Middle Ages, it includes the fall of the Roman Empire and the start of Early Modern Europe. The Early Modern era spans from 1500 to 1800 covering the period prior to the start of the Industrial revolution. It was a turbulent time in Wales where kings and kingdoms waged bitter battles for the right to rule Wales. 

Medieval & Early Modern Collection


From the end of the 5th century through to the end of the Early Modern period in 1800, Llandudno and its inhabitants went through enormous changes in rulers, rules, religion, and ways of life. See Llandudno go from a sea side settlement to the Queen of Welsh resorts.

Early Renaissance French Needlepoint Fire Screen

Early Renaissance French Needlepoint Fire Screen

Medieval Llangustenin Bronze Bell

Medieval Llangustenin Bronze Bell

Medieval Earthenware Jug

Medieval Earthenware Jug

King Henry the 8th’s Buckler Shield found at Kanovium

King Henry the 8th’s Buckler Shield found at Kanovium

Armorial Bearings

Armorial Bearings

Mostyn Estate Armorial Bearings

Mostyn Estate Armorial Bearings

Llandudno Armorial Bearings

Llandudno Armorial Bearings