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
Medieval Llangustenin Bronze Bell
Medieval Earthenware Jug
King Henry the 8th’s Buckler Shield found at Kanovium
Armorial Bearings
Mostyn Estate Armorial Bearings
Llandudno Armorial Bearings
