LIVESTREAM: 'Athelstan: England's First King', with Michael Wood
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Friday 11th September 2026
In 927, King Athelstan conquered Viking York and secured the submission of Britain’s rulers at Eamont Bridge, a crowning achievement that created the first united kingdom of England. As its 1,100th anniversary approaches, acclaimed historian and broadcaster Michael Wood explores Athelstan’s extraordinary life from birth to death.
In a dazzling new talk, he offers fresh insights into England’s forgotten founder king, reveals Gloucester’s important place in his story and considers the challenges of writing an early medieval biography. He is currently working on a major new life of Athelstan published next April.
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In a dazzling new talk, he offers fresh insights into England’s forgotten founder king, reveals Gloucester’s important place in his story and considers the challenges of writing an early medieval biography. He is currently working on a major new life of Athelstan published next April.
IMPORTANT - You will not receive your viewing link immediately as they are sent out manually twice daily, please be patient. Email us to enquire if you haven't received it within 24 hours of purchase: [email protected]
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