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Catherine Clarke @cathamclarke.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

On the trail of the #BayeuxTapestry in #Brittany, following key scenes and locations! Such a rollicking story as William of Normandy (and Harold Godwinson) ride to war against Duke Conan. Near disaster in the quicksands, a daredevil escape, and an audacious surrender... 1/4

In the Tapestry, William of Normandy rides to war against Duke Conan in Brittany, passing the Mont Saint-Michel

I followed in their footsteps at the mouth of the Couesnon river (Mont Saint-Michel behind me)

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Alexander Huber @c18ah.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Delighted to announce the Summer 2026 update to the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive, with poems by Thomas Paine and five of his American contemporaries and a new interactive metres database: www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/about/#latest #C18th #poetry #Revolution250 #DigitalHumanities #ECPA #metre

Paine, Thomas (1737–1809)
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Gawain's Mum @gawainsmum.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Cardiff University proposes to repurpose the 2nd floor of the Arts and Social Studies Library, removing 7km of books and vital study space to make way for teaching rooms. Please help us save this crucial campus resource! Add your name here: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/sa...

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Stop Cardiff University from scrapping the ASSL's second floor!

7km of books and crucial study spaces are at risk. Cardiff Uni wants to repurpose the busiest library on campus into classrooms. Help protect our library and sign the petition today.

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Alexander Huber @c18ah.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Today marks the 295th anniversary of the birth of Beilby Porteus (1731-1809). Featured in the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive: www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/aut… #c18th #poetry #DH #OTD

Beilby Porteus (1731-1809) / © National Portrait Gallery, London

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Arts Matter Bristol @uobartsmatter.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

📽️ Dr @benwt.bsky.social (@bristolunienglish.bsky.social) introduces the Hannah More interactive walking tour, bringing to life one of the most successful Georgian-era writers, part of @beinghumanfest.bsky.social Watch the video 👉 brnw.ch/21x0HVA @engagebristol.bsky.social @hannahmore.bsky.social

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British Association for Romantic Studies @bars.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Paid opportunity for PhD students and ECRs! The Elizabeth Montagu Correspondence Online (@montaguletters.bsky.social) 2026 Summer Internship Programme is open for applications. Deadline: 1st April 2026 More details on the blog: www.bars.ac.uk/blog/?p=6359

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Elizabeth Montagu Correspondence Online: Summer Internship Programme 2026 – BARS Blog

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Alexander Huber @c18ah.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

On this day (201 years ago), Anna Laetitia Barbauld (1743-1825)’s death date. Poems are included in the #RomanticPeriodPoetryArchive: www.romanticperiodpoetry.org/author… #c19th #poetry #DH #Romanticism #19thC #OnThisDay #OTD

Portrait of Anna Laetitia Barbauld (1743-1825) / Wikimedia Commons

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Enjoying a wander round my old uni and the National Museum of Wales with this wonderful Natalia Goncharova.

The Weavers by Natalia Goncharova in the National Museum of Wales

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Very much enjoying being at West Harptree History Society tonight talking about @hannahmore.bsky.social in the most lovely village hall to an enthusiastic audience.

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Good article about the project focused on the new artwork commissioned at Bristol Cathedral. Will really look forward to seeing the new window when finished @mandyford.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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What Bristol Cathedral artwork next to Colston window will look like

The cathedral says the artwork has been designed to be viewed

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Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull (He/They) 🏳️‍🌈 @benwt.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

More good news! I've been awarded funding by the YMCA/AHRC to lead a heritage engagement and knowledge exchange project @bristolunienglish.bsky.social. 'The Remarkable History of Barley Wood' will see me set up a community archive of the manuscripts I've uncovered at the property 1/

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Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull (He/They) 🏳️‍🌈 @benwt.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

News! I've started as the early modern Post Doc on the AHRC-funded 'Inclusive Histories' project @royalholloway.bsky.social. I'm working at @thelondonarchives.bsky.social to research the stories of marginalised groups, which will be used to foster a more inclusive approach to teaching GCSE History

Image of the front of the London Archives, a red brick building with red banners outside

Image of the Founders Quad at Royal Holloway. The building is red brick with white stone. The quad is grassed and has a central path leading to a statue of Queen Victoria.

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Ali Dolphin @alidolphin.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Interesting WhatsApp exchange with a friend - Me "Barkleys have started", Her "What??How did you find out?". Me "The Bishop of Newcastle told me".

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Keith @keithdunn.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

After a brief memorial, laz lit the cigarette at 6:00am. The 2026 Barkley Marathons has begun. #BM100

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Catherine Clarke @cathamclarke.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Catching an Uber, #Bridgerton style? This remarkable 1783 pocket #map of #London, in the collection of @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, shows the Hackney Coach fare between key destinations in the city. A great guide to getting around - and avoiding getting ripped off! More info in AltText.

1783 map of London showing Hackney Coach fares. Information in the IHR Library catalogue:
https://search.libraries.london.ac.uk/discovery/fulldisplay?docid=alma991009306329709266&context=L&vid=44SHL_INST:IHR&lang=en&search_scope=IHR_ONLY&adaptor=Local%20Search%20Engine&tab=IHR&query=any,contains,hackney%20coach%20fares&offset=10

Detail of the map, listing fares between locations. This map was on display last week at our Discovery Course on 'Historic Maps: Interpreting Stories of Place' - participants enjoyed handling this and other fascinating materials from the IHR collection.

If you're interested in exploring upcoming Discovery Courses and training, visit the IHR website!
https://www.history.ac.uk/

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Alexander Huber @c18ah.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

OTD (281 years ago): Hannah More (1745-1833) born this day. Poems are included in the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive: www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/aut… #c18th #poetry #DH #18thCentury #OnThisDay #OTD

Hannah More (1745-1833) / © National Portrait Gallery, London

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Being Human Festival @beinghumanfest.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Save the date! Being Human Festival 2026 will take place from 5 to 14 November across the UK. More information coming in early February about how to get involved! #BeingHumanFestival

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neil guthrie @nguthrie.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

I posted about this when it was for sale in 2023. Back on the market at Spink, London (est. £10,000-12,000), a silver pass that entitles the holder to free entry to any performance at the Theatre Royal, King Street, Bristol, which the theatre continues to honour (more in the alt) #c18th #c18 #18thc

The Theatre Royal, Bristol (Old Vic), King Street, Subscriber's Sterling Silver Theatre Accession Ticket (No. 35), dated 30 May 1766. Inscription: 'The Proprietor of this Ticket is Entitled to the Sight of Every Performance to be Exhibited in this House. Reverse: 'KING STREET | Bristol Theatre | May 30 1766' in three lines of italicised, small capitals and cursive script, Light rim bruising, otherwise toned, fine, of the highest rarity, with only 50 'silver' tickets originally distributed to subscribers, and 2 'gold' tickets to the founders; most genuine examples now housed in museum collections. Sale catalogue: 'There were fifty original 'silver tickets' that were gifted to those who helped fund the Bristol Old Vic theatre on King Street in 1766, as well as two 'gold' tickets. Each receiver had pledged the sum of £50 towards the building, and in return were granted the right to watch every performance in the theatre, forever - a promise that the theatre still says it would continue to honour today: "We famously uphold our policy for all the tokens that have been authenticated". The 'gold' tickets were actually made from silver, but their benefits were transferable, meaning that the ticket could be lent out by the owners. It Is believed that these were given to a man called Edward Crump (a cabinet maker) and his wife Ann for the "great trouble and expense" they had experienced to rally for the building of the theatre on the land. Several of the silver tokens, and one of the gold, have subsequently been donated to the University of Bristol Theatre Collection. In 2016, to mark the 250th anniversary of the theatre, new tickets were minted in silver. There were each sold for £50,000 to raise funds needed to renovate the theatre.'

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Julia Laite @julialaite.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Happy 50th birthday, HWJ! Being a member of the History Workshop collective has shaped the kind of historian I am (& want to be). I'm so proud to have helped edit this 100th issue of History Workshop Journal, which includes reflections on History Workshop for these turbulent times; on HW's past;...

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Sadik Al-Hassan MP @sadikal-hassanmp.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Hannah More was an important #NorthSomerset, #Wrington resident. She was a famous writer, poet, a Bristolian social reformer and slavery abolitionist. Hannah More founded over 9 schools which helped to bring education to all in society.

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History of Parliament @histparl.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

The 1832 Reform Act marked a pivotal moment in the extension of the franchise, but who was able to vote? @martinspychal.bsky.social explores topic, which may not be as straightforward as you think.

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How many people could vote in the UK after the 1832 Reform Act? - The History of Parliament

Dr Martin Spychal examines how many people could vote in the UK after the 1832 Reform Act.

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Kerri Andrews @kerriandrewsuk.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Amazing to see this on the BBC news all about the work we’ve been doing on Hannah More’s letters. We had a wonderful day launching our new website yesterday. Huzzah @hannahmore.bsky.social and huge congrats to the indefatigable Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull

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Victoria Crooks @victoriacrooks.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Pleased to see teachers signing up for our event to support their own engagement with scholarship AND schools signing up to bring KS5 students for a taste of university life and A Level enrichment. BOOKINGS OPEN NOW. @uonsoe.bsky.social @uonhumanities.bsky.social #historyteacher #HistoryEducation

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Dr Rachel Bynoth @rachelbynoth.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

My area! History of Emotions is such a fruitful area for historical enquiry + one which really engages people. In an age where we are grappling to understand people, identity and relationships, I would highly recommend this online session on 26th April www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...

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Researching the History of Emotions

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Oliver Jakes @olliejakes.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Very much enjoyed the launch of the fantastic Collected Letters of Hannah More, which took place at More’s former residence (Barley Wood) near Bristol this afternoon. Thank you @joedwards.bsky.social and Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull for inviting me! Exciting update on my involvement in the project soon

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Thank you @sadikal-hassanmp.bsky.social for supporting heritage and history in North Somerset - we were so delighted you came to the @hannahmore.bsky.social launch today at Barley Wood, Wrington.

Dr Jo Edwards, Hannah More Trust and Sadik al-Hassan, MP for North Somerset

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Very excited to be with the Hannah More Trust launching @hannahmore.bsky.social today at Barley Wood, Wrington. A great crowd of local partners, local history society members and academics here to share our interest in all things More, and particular our shiny new website.

Barley Wood, Wrington. The country house built by Hannah More and later owned by the Wills family.

Local partners and connections to the project, academic supporters and friends of the project.

Dr Kerri Andrews, Dr Jo Edwards, Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull

Minton statue of Hannah More, in the Drawing Room at Barley Wood Wrington; an urn seen behind one given in More’s time commemorating John Locke.

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Thoroughly enjoyed #BSECS2026, especially our round table on the digital edition, and getting to play the Hannah More game! Also a fantastic panel on miniatures from Prof Christoph Heyl which has given me lots of teaching ideas. Thank you @bsecs.bsky.social for making me very welcome.

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

BSECS bound! Pray to the train gods to be kind as it’s currently all going slightly askew.

Jo Edwards on a chilly train platform hoping for a train to show up

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Found the Hannah More inscription on the memorial for Mrs Fortune Little, at St Mary Redcliffe (second time of looking!) It’s in St John’s Chapel beneath the spire. Beautiful church, lovely staff and volunteers, super chilly inside!

Memorial to Mrs Fortune Little - research ongoing but I think her good works related to the Bristol Royal Infirmary. Memorial verse by Hannah More and mentioned in letter to Mrs Frances Boscawen.

Nave and Choir St Mary Redcliffe Bristol

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Rachel Moss @menysnoweballes.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

I'd also like to remind people that for @oxlifelonglearning.bsky.social I am teaching a new LIVE course from April on medieval chivalry! You get a live hour of teaching with me per week but also tons of online contact and resources. lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk/courses/medi...

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Medieval Chivalry

Chivalry was more than medieval knights in shining armour jousting for the love of fair ladies. This course explores how chivalric values profoundly shaped political, literary and artistic cultures fr...

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DeclanKavanagh.bsky.social @drdeclankavanagh.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Only a few days until registration closes: Nov 30th #18c #BSECS2026 Make sure you get registered. When it is closed, it is closed!

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Beautiful morning at Nailsea Tithe Barn, teaching about schooling through time and Hannah More’s schools with year 3 students ☀️.

Nailsea Tithe Barn built c1480 site of one of Hannah More’s ‘Great Schools’ opened 1792.

Blue plaque commemorating Nailsea Tithe Barn, medieval barn and Georgian school, later Old Church School.

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Thank you to @olliejakes.bsky.social for fielding questions for us on 18th c theatre on the @hannahmore.bsky.social ‘Herstory History Walk’ as part of @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @engagebristol.bsky.social. Thanks Ollie!

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

A slightly soggy start to today’s @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @hannahmore.bsky.social ‘Herstory Walking Tour’ of significant Bristol women writers, but an enthusiastic audience! @engagebristol.bsky.social

Herstory Walking Tour in progress Being Human Festival at Bristol

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Oliver Jakes @olliejakes.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Hello Bluesky! My name is Oliver, I’m an English DPhil student at University of Oxford. I work on 18th century theatre, particularly dramatic representations of debt. I am also a writer for National Geographic and The American Library Project. Please reach out if you’d like to connect!

Two people graduating. They are stood on a bridge wearing academic gowns.

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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Thought for the day: On Bluesky, it's "nice" to "Like", but it's (more) effective to Repost. Be effective. (You can also be nice).

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

A brilliant sunny day for our @hannahmore.bsky.social @beinghumanfest.bsky.social ‘Herstory History Walking tour of Georgian Bristol’ ☀️

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Great evening at Nailsea Tithe Barn with ‘Grace Shall Lead Me Home’ for BHM. Thanks @hannahmore.bsky.social for introducing the performance with context about More, Newton and Wilberforce from their letters.

Performance of ‘Grace Shall Lead me home’ by ANGELINE MORRISON, COHEN BRAITHWAITE-KILCOYNE, JON BICKLEY AND JOHN PALMER. Introduced by Ian Noah (RENS) and Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnball.

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The Collected Letters of Hannah More: A Digital Edition @hannahmore.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Welcome! We're a digital project @bristolunienglish.bsky.social bringing together and promoting the correspondence of the celebrated playwright, poet, abolitionist, philanthropist, moralist and educationalist Hannah More (1745-1833). Please follow and repost for updates!

Letter from Hannah More to Cadell & Davies, 1811. Huntington Library,
mssHM 30636 https://hdl.huntington.org/digital/collection/p15150coll7/id/66328/

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Excited about helping with the Hannah More Herstory Walking tour from The Georgian House Museum and finishing at the M Shed’s new Transatlantic Trafficking of Enslaved Africans Gallery. Such a great programme of different events planned in Nov @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @uobartsmatter.bsky.social

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

And excited to unbox this new textbook for the Cambridge 9489/9981 syllabus! With grateful thanks to @davidandress.bsky.social Colin Storer and Christopher Read for their help, and to Will for making it happen @willgoodfellow82.bsky.social @hachetteuk.bsky.social

New textbook for Cambridge International Modern Europe 9489/9981 syllabus from Hachette

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Finally enough exams marked to start planning my new ContEd course for Sept, starting with this rather brilliant stick of dynamite from @davidandress.bsky.social to set things off.

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Dr Jo Edwards @joedwards.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Huge thanks to the always excellent @catlodge.bsky.social for being our speaker to celebrate 50 years of Nailsea & District Local History Society. Brilliant to hear of all the projects included in Cat’s remit as Regional Archaeologist @nattrustarch.bsky.social. Thanks for always supporting us!

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