Tonight sees the second of our online lectures, with Richard Blakemore looking at the remarkable career of Robert Blake, who Nelson described as a better admiral than he. Ticket holders can watch live or catch a recording; details at: https://t.co/QmjBilmfXV
LIVE WEBCAST
Schools’ History Conference 2026
@Cromwellorg
Thursday 25th June 2026 10.00 - 13.00 hours
Leading academic historians debate key topics from the A-Level syllabus.
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What was it like to be a child during the English Civil Wars? Join acclaimed historian, Dr Ismini Pells, for a fascinating Battle of Worcester Society talk exploring the untold experiences of children shaped by conflict, loss and survival in the 17th century. ⬇️
This Wednesday, 20 May, sees the first of our spring online lecture series, with Ismini Pells talking about the career of the Parliamentarian general Phillip Skippon and his relations with Cromwell. Book now at: https://t.co/6rZceFdcUA
Hear ye! THIS Saturday, 9 May 2026, join Andrea Zuvich, The Seventeenth Century Lady, as she welcomes guest historian, Dr Ismini Pells @IsminiPells, to chat about Sir Philip Skippon, 'the third-most senior general in parliament's New Model Army', the British Civil Wars, and her work with the Cromwell Association and the Battlefields Trust. Streaming live here on X, Facebook, & on YouTube: https://t.co/YhnQB5Ncuy
@MinooFramroze You’re welcome! Yes, Paul’s book is great too. I thought of Carla as she has looked at the Caribbean and other American colonies more generally in her books, beyond the Western Design, albeit that is the subject of the podcast!
Next month sees the start of our Spring online lecture series, with a programme of top historians talking on aspects of the mind-1600s. Talks are held on Zoom and recorded for any ticket holders who can't watch live - more details at: https://t.co/9P7RX4qNwC
This weekend @world_turned supported @ChCh_Oxford event 'Britain Turned Upside Down: Civil War and Republic, 1640-1660'. This residential event was attended by 10 speakers and 120 delegates with @WilliamJHague contributing an address. https://t.co/vyp2yl36nk
NEW PODCAST
Understanding the conquest and occupation of Scotland
Much has been discussed about the effects of the execution of Charles I on the future of England. But its impact on Scotland often received less attention.
We talked to Laura Stewart.
https://t.co/v0S4XJG2FF
Very chuffed and a little bit shocked that @world_turned has been shortlisted for this prestigious award 🥳 It has been a pleasure to be part of this project and very many thanks to all our contributors!
Shortlisted for Learning Programme of the Year
@NCWClearning is thrilled to announce that @world_turned has been shortlisted for Learning Programme of the Year at the prestigious Museums + Heritage Awards.
https://t.co/IRDHZLogqM