Bede's World
History
A presentation (PowerPoint) in two parts with pictures of Bede's World - the museum, St Paul's Church, and Gyrwe the Anglo-Saxon farm.
David Johnson
David Johnson
Images of Anglo-Saxon Sunken Hut
Archaeology
Reconstruction of a Anglo-Saxon sunken hut at Bede's World, nr Jarrow. These were typical of the Germanic timber-constructed buildings, also known as Grubenhäuser. Usually a rectangular pit up to 1m deep, 3x4m in dimension inside, with a posthole near the centre at each end. The pit may have been covered with planks to provide a floor.
Stuart Lee
Contributor's own image
Photographs of Bede's World
Reconstruction
Various photographs of the halls and huts at Bede's World. These include interior and exterior shots, construction details, farming implements, etc.
Stuart Lee
Contributor's own image